Gennady Zhidko

Russian colonel general (1965-2023) · Russia · On the map · Died at 57

Gennady Valeryevich Zhidko was a colonel general of the Russian Armed Forces. He was awarded the title Hero of the Russian Federation in 2017 for his service as chief of staff of Russian forces deployed to Syria.

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A typical day, 30 days to 13 November 2026

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Zhidko with President Vladimir Putin in 2017

Zhidko in November 2018

Awards

Hero of the Russian Federation

Order of Military Merit

Medal "For Distinction in Military Service"

Jubilee Medal "70 Years of the Armed Forces of the USSR"

Medal "For Strengthening of Brotherhood in Arms"

Medal to Participant in Military Operations in Syria

Medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 2nd class without swords

Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 4th class with Swords

Medal for distinguished military service, 1st class

Medal for distinguished military service, 2nd class

Medal for distinguished military service, 3rd class

Order "For Merit to the Fatherland"

Medal for Distinguished Military Service

Medal for Participation in Victory Day Military Parade

About this person

Following this assignment, Zhidko commanded the Eastern Military District and headed the Main Military-Political Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces.

Country

Russia

Type

Other

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1965 to 2023 · aged 57