Volodymyr M. Kuzlo (Prorok)

Paratrooper Volodymyr Kuzlo (call sign Prophet) was killed on August 28, 2023 in the area of the village of Verbove, Zaporizhzhia region. While carrying out a combat mission, he came under enemy artillery fire. The warrior was forever 30 years old. Volodymyr was born and lived in the city of Varash, Rivne region. He graduated from the Ukrainian State University of Finance and Trade with a degree in "International Economics". He worked as an independent trader and was involved in cryptocurrency. He was fluent in English and Spanish. He was interested in innovations. With the start of the full-scale war, the man was engaged in volunteer activities, and in June 2022 he was drafted into the airborne assault troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He initially served in the 80th Separate Airborne Brigade, then in the 82nd Brigade. He held the position of squad commander. "My husband was an incredible person, wise, serious, very kind and extremely intelligent. From the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Vova volunteered. Together with his friends, they purchased 60 bulletproof vests, and also donated a lot to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He went to the military enlistment office and registered. Even while at war, he continued to help others meet their needs. He provided his unit with radios, pickups and magazines for the AK. We dreamed of victory and a big family. I love my angel infinitely," said Daryna Kuzlo. The paratrooper was buried in the village of Svaritsevichy, Rivne region. Volodymyr is survived by his parents, sister and wife. Posthumously, Junior Sergeant Volodymyr Kuzlo was awarded the Order of Courage of the III degree.