Arkady Borisov

Arkady Borisovich Borisov (Russian, Аркадий Борисович Борисов, May 13, 1901 May 27, 1942) was a Soviet corps commander. He was born in what is now Uzbekistan. He fought for the Bolsheviks against the White movement during the civil war. He was a recipient of the Order of the Red Banner. During the Great Purge, he was arrested on February 10, 1938 and imprisoned in Rostov. While he was imprisoned, his predecessor Ivan Kosogov and successor Yakov Sheko were executed. He was later released and died on May 27, 1942.

Preceded by
Ivan Kosogov
Commander of the 4th Cavalry Corps
May–July 1937
Succeeded by
Yakov Sheko
Arkady Borisovich Borisov
BornMay 13, 1901
Bukhara, Russian Empire
DiedMay 27, 1942
AllegianceSoviet Union
Service/branchSoviet Red Army
Years of service1919–1942
Rankmajor general
Commands held4th Cavalry Corps
Battles/warsRussian Civil War
World War II

References

  • Свердлов Ф. Д. (1999). Советские генералы в плену. М.: Издательство фонда «Холокост». p. 246.


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