Historically established traditions are preserved among the people with all changes in the political system. You have to defend your native land in any weather and in any condition. Alexander Matovnikov, a hereditary military man, continues to serve at the post entrusted to him.
Starting conditions
The humorous song is about how good it is to be a general. And adequate people do not dispute this statement. But in order to get general's shoulder straps, you have to start serving as a private. Alexander Anatolyevich Matovnikov went through all the "hot spots" on the map of Russia, which were formed in the last decade of the 20th century. Many times he put his life in real danger. Military training and rigid self-control helped to solve the combat mission and at the same time survive. And most importantly, clear interaction with comrades-in-arms.
The future general was born on September 19, 1965 in a military family. Parents at that time lived in Moscow. My father served in one of the divisions of the State Security Committee. Mother worked as a teacher. The child grew up and developed in a calm and businesslike environment. From an early age he was raised as an ordinary man. Sasha was taught to respect the elders and not offend the weak. To be responsible for your words and not to commit rash acts. Matovnikov studied well at school. As they say, he gravitated towards the humanities. After completing his secondary education, he entered the Higher Frontier Military-Political School.
Protecting the frontiers
The school trained fighters and commanders in various military specialties. After graduating from college, Alexander Matovnikov was seconded to serve in the famous anti-terrorist special unit "Alpha". An internship for a young officer in combat conditions on the territory of Afghanistan. The first clashes and loss of friends took place during this period. The next stage was the service in the department for the protection of the first persons of the state. In this capacity, Matovnikov accompanied Mikhail Gorbachev, General Secretary of the CPSU Central Committee, during a meeting with US President Ronald Reagan.
The career of the commandos was going well. Alexander had to visit all the hot spots in the Caucasus. After thirty years of impeccable service, he was transferred to the Ministry of Defense. Matovnikov prepared special operations operations in Syria. In 2017 he was awarded the title "Hero of the Russian Federation". After a short period of time, in June 2018, Alexander Matovnikov was appointed Plenipotentiary of the President of the Russian Federation in the North Caucasus Federal District.
Recognition and privacy
For participation in hostilities and carrying out special operations, Matovnikov was awarded the orders "Courage", Alexander Nevsky, "For services to the Fatherland." The general puts on medals and insignia only on special occasions.
Until recently, information was not published in open sources about the personal life of Alexander Anatolyevich. To date, it is known that he is married for a second marriage. The husband and wife are raising a son and a daughter. From the first marriage there is a daughter, whom Matovnikov does not forget, and provides her with all kinds of support.
