Stanislav H. Kovtun

Since childhood, I dreamed of a military career. After finishing 8th grade, I went to study at the Chernihiv Military Lyceum with enhanced military and physical training. I continued my education at the Kharkiv Tank Institute, from which I graduated with a red diploma. I led a healthy lifestyle, categorically did not consume alcohol and did not smoke. I constantly maintained excellent physical shape. I practiced combat sambo and running. I participated in various sports competitions. Sports achievements: Ukrainian Championship in Combat Sambo — 3rd place (bronze), Ukrainian Championship among higher educational institutions — 2nd place in kettlebell sport (silver), Sports Games of Korop Region — 2nd place (silver). I was distinguished by principledness, patriotism, and had a clear civic position. I was an active participant in Euromaidan, with documentary evidence of belonging to the 13th hundred of Euromaidan. I was on the barricades during the most hellish days and nights (February 18-20, 2014). After the occupation of Crimea, I voluntarily signed a contract for military service and went to defend my country and family. Wishing to be at the forefront of events, I decided to join the airborne troops. On March 14, 2014, even before the general mobilization was announced on March 18, 2014, I arrived in Hvardiyske, at the brigade's location. From March 20, 2014, I was already at the front line, stationed at the border with Russia.