Semyon Budyonny

Semyon Budyonny was a Soviet military leader and politician, born in 1883. He played a key role in the Russian Civil War and was a founder of the Soviet cavalry forces. Known for his loyalty to Stalin, he helped modernize and defend the Soviet Union during the early 20th century. Budyonny commanded large cavalry units in World War II, contributing to Soviet victories. His leadership style combined traditional cavalry tactics with emerging mechanized warfare, making him an important figure in Soviet military history.