Vladimir Kornilov is a Russian naval officer who rose to the rank of admiral. He actively participated in naval operations, which contributed to the development of the country's naval glory. Kornilov is a hero of the Crimean War. The brave military leader was the organizer of the defense of Sevastopol and died tragically during the shelling of the besieged city.
From the biography of Vladimir Kornilov
The future military leader of Russia was born on the family estate in the Tver region on February 13, 1806. It is significant that Vladimir's father was a naval officer in his youth, left the fleet with the rank of captain-commander, after which he held government positions in Siberia. Subsequently, Alexei Kornilov returned to the capital of Russia and took the senatorial chair.
Kornilov Jr. decided to continue the family's traditions and become a sailor. Vladimir received his education in St. Petersburg, where he graduated from the naval cadet corps, after which he was enrolled in the guards naval unit. But the service mostly took place on the shore. Constant military drill weighed on Vladimir. He almost gave up his military career, but his father intervened in the matter. On his initiative, his son was restored to military status and assigned to the ship "Azov".
Naval officer career
In the rank of midshipman, Vladimir took part in the difficult cruise of his ship to the Mediterranean Sea. The command noticed the abilities of the young officer, who began to diligently study naval affairs and books on navigation.
In the Mediterranean Sea, the flagship of the Russian squadron "Azov" took part in the famous Navarino battle (1827). The ship's crew behaved courageously and heroically. In the battle, Kornilov directed the firing of several Azov guns. For combat skills and courage, Vladimir Alekseevich was presented to several orders.
At the end of the heroic campaign, Kornilov served in the Baltic. But his former commander did not forget about his subordinate: Admiral Lazarev contributed to his transfer under his command to the Black Sea. During the period of the Bosphorus expedition, Kornilov carried out an important mission of exploring the water area of the straits, for which he was nominated for an award.
In 1838, Vladimir Alekseevich receives the post of chief of staff of the Black Sea Fleet and again finds himself under the command of Lazarev. Kornilov took an active part in several major exercises and military campaigns. After some time, he was awarded the rank of captain of the 1st rank.
This was followed by a business trip to England, where Kornilov supervised the construction of several ships ordered by the Russian fleet. After the end of the business trip, the military career went up: he became a rear admiral and was enlisted in the emperor's retinue.
Famous hero of the Crimean War
In the fall of 1953, Russia found itself at war with Turkey. Kornilov was sent on a reconnaissance campaign. His ships reached the Bosphorus, but did not meet enemy ships. Vladimir Alekseevich divided the squadron, sending it to different areas, and he himself on the frigate "Vladimir" moved towards Sevastopol.
On the way, "Vladimir" entered into battle with an enemy ship. Russian sailors emerged victorious from the battle. The Turkish ship was captured and taken to Sevastopol. Later this ship entered the fleet under the name "Kornilov".
Vladimir Alekseevich was an active participant in the defense of Sevastopol. The siege of the city began at the end of September 1854. All residents of Sevastopol took part in the construction of fortifications. On October 17, Kornilov examined the city fortifications. When the admiral was at the Mamayev Kurgan, the bombing of the city began. The enemy core has slain the brave naval commander. He was fatally wounded in the head. Kornilov's last words were an appeal to the defenders of Sevastopol to defend the city to the last drop of blood.
