
Alexey Berest
Alexey Berest was a Soviet lieutenant who gained fame as one of the soldiers who raised the Victory Banner over the Reichstag in Berlin on May 1, 1945, marking a pivotal moment in World War II. He was scheduled to carry the Victory Banner during the 1965 Victory Day Parade, but was unable to do so due to injuries sustained during the war.
Born on Jan 01, 1921 (104 years old)
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Bulgaria:
Alexey Berest was a lieutenant in the 150th Rifle Division of the Red Army who raised the flag on the Reichstag on May 1, 1945.
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Russia:
Alexey Berest was supposed to carry the Victory Banner during the 1945 parade.
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Russia:
Alexey Berest was supposed to carry the Victory Banner during the 1945 parade.
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