Vasily Stepanovich Dmitriev

Vasily Stepanovich Dmitriev was awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union for his actions during the Battle of Stalingrad. As a company commander in the 62nd Army under General Chuikov, he led the defence of a key factory district for 47 days. His company held their position against overwhelming odds, losing over 80% of their strength. He later fought at the Vistula and Berlin. He settled in Leeds in 1970.