Major General Krymov was a decisive and strong-willed commander. In 1917, he was among those who intended to remove Nicholas II from power. Subsequently, Krymov joined General Kornilov, in alliance with whom he intended to overthrow the Provisional Government and give battle to the proletariat. The life of a Russian general ended tragically in August 1917.
From the biography of Alexander Mikhailovich Krymov
The future Russian general was born on October 23, 1871 in the family of a nobleman. Krymov dreamed of serving in the army as a child. As a result, Alexander Mikhailovich received a military education. He graduated from the cadet corps in Pskov and the Pavlovsk school, after which he was assigned to the artillery brigade with the rank of second lieutenant.
In 1898, Staff Captain Krymov entered the General Staff Academy, from which he graduated in 1902. Among other officers, he was distinguished by his education and intelligence. Over the years of service, Krymov made a rapid career and rose to the rank of major general.
Participation in a conspiracy against the king
Krymov had a chance to go through the Russian-Japanese and imperialist war, as well as to participate in the revolutionary events of 1917. He was directly involved in the overthrow of Nicholas II, whom he considered a worthless ruler. Together with other participants in the palace conspiracy, Krymov wanted to see Tsarevich Alexei on the throne under Mikhail Romanov as regent.
However, the plans of General Krymov and his associates did not come true. After the overthrow of the emperor, power actually passed into the hands of the Provisional Government, which was later headed by Kerensky.
The personality of General Krymov
A capacious description of Alexander Krymov was given by General Shkuro, who knew him well from his service. On the surface, Krymov could seem like a harsh and rude person. He was not shy in expressions when talking with subordinates, and was insolent with his superiors.
Despite his tough character, the general was respected by the personnel. Subordinates were ready to carry out any of his orders without the slightest hesitation. Krymov was distinguished by an iron will, fearlessness and tremendous energy. He quickly found his bearings in unfamiliar surroundings and always knew how to make the best decision. In battle, the general successfully used the strengths and weaknesses of his subordinates.
The death of General Krymov
Alexander Mikhailovich actively supported the idea of the notorious General Kornilov about the need to remove the Provisional Government from power. He also actively opposed the Bolsheviks. In August 1917, Krymov was sent to Petrograd to establish control over the city. In Petrograd, on August 31, he met with Kerensky, whom with great difficulty he could call his temporary ally in the struggle against the revolutionary-minded workers.
During the meeting, a conflict arose between Kerensky and Krymov. After long curses, the humiliated general realized how unenviable his position was. Leaving Kerensky's office, he shot himself in the chest. The still living general was sent to the hospital, but no proper medical assistance was provided. It was not possible to save Krymov.
There is another version, according to which one of Kerensky's adjutants shot at Krymov, who thought that the general raised his hand against the head of the Provisional Government.
