Mikhail Kalashnikov

Mikhail Kalashnikov Net Worth

Mikhail Kalashnikov was a Russian small arms designer born on November 10, 1919 in Kurya, Russia. He is most famous for designing the world's most popular automatic weapon, the AK-47. In 2009, he was honored with the title of Hero of the Russian Federation for his contributions to the country.

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day November 10, 1919
Birth Place Kurya, Russia
Age 101 YEARS OLD
Died On Dec 23, 2013 (age 94)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $20 million (2024)

About

Russian small arms designer who most notably designed the world's most popular automatic weapon, the AK-47. He was named a Hero of the Russian Federation in 2009.

Before Fame

His family had to survive by hunting game, and young Mihail frequently used his father's rifle to feed his parents.

Trivia

As a testament to his weapon's worldwide adoption, it is featured on the flags of several countries.

Family Life

He was married to Ekaterina Kalashnikova from 1921 until 1977 and they had a son named Victor Kalashnikov.

Associated With

Russian President Boris Yeltsin personally promoted Mihail to the honorary rank of Major General.

Some Mikhail Kalashnikov images

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