Boris Mikhaylovich Shaposhnikov was a Soviet military officer, theoretician and Marshal of the Soviet Union. He served as the Chief of the General Staff of the Soviet Armed Forces from 1928 to 1931 and at the start of the Second World War. Shaposhnikov was one of the foremost military theorists during the Stalin-era. His most important work, Mozg Armii, is considered a landmark in Soviet military theory and doctrine on the organization of the Red Army's General Staff.
Boris Shaposhnikov, Russian colonel (died 1945)
On October 2, in the year 1882, Boris Shaposhnikov, Russian colonel (died 1945). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of October 2, a notable event in this corner of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Boris Shaposhnikov. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on October 2, 1882 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 16 September 2026.
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