The commander of the boat trawler “KM-97” of the 7th division of the cruiser minesweepers of the Red Banner Baltic Fleet. Hero of the Soviet Union, foreman of the 1st article Grigory Mitrofanovich Davidenko (February 24, 1916 – April 25, 1993).
In 1943–1944, Grigoriy Davydenko took part in the 121st military operation for mine observation, trawling, bombing and escort of transport ships. He participated in 18 landing operations of the Red Banner Baltic Fleet. The title of Hero of the Soviet Union was awarded by decree of July 22, 1944.
Source of Grigory Davidenko photo: Estonian Historical Museum (EAM) / F4061.
Location: Baltic
Photo date: 1944