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Valery Chkalov

Soviet aviator, hero of the soviet union (1904-1938).

Born February 2nd, 1904 in Chkalovsk. [ref]

Died December 15th, 1938 at 34 years old in Moscow.

Occupations
aircraft pilot, politician, test pilot
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