Ivan Vasilyevich Maslov (Russian: Иван Васильевич Маслов; 1 August 1920 — 30 March 2011) was a Soviet flying ace during World War II. Awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union on 1 July 1944 for his initial victories, by the end of the war he tallied 23 solo and 15 shared shootdowns.[1][2]
Ivan Maslov | |
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Native name | Иван Васильевич Маслов |
Born | 1 August 1920 Isakovo, Moscow Governorate, RSFSR |
Died | 30 March 2011 (aged 90) Moscow, Russia |
Allegiance | Soviet Union |
Service/ | Soviet Air Force |
Years of service | 1939—1960 |
Rank | Colonel |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Hero of the Soviet Union |