Background
Evstigneev, Kirill was born in 1917.
Evstigneev, Kirill was born in 1917.
Joined the Soviet Army, 1938. During World War II, successful fighter pilot (shot down over 50 planes), twice Hero of the Soviet Union, 1944, 1945. After World War II, graduated from the Air Force Academy, 1955, and the Academy of the General Staff, 1960.
Held several high command posts in the air force. Retired, 1972.