Centenarian Survivor of the Grand Father-Land Conflict, WWII
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Naum Trifonovich Sleptsov: From War Hero to Honorary Citizen of Yakutia
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Meet Naum Trifonovich Sleptsov – a man of war, a man of wisdom, and a man of the people of Yakutia. Born on March 8, 1924, in the humble village of Cherkeh, Naum's journey was shaped by history, adversity, and passion.
Drafted into the army in 1945, Naum initially found himself on the sidelines, unable to join the frontline battle against militaristic Japan. His older brother Vasily was already fighting, but Naum's pleas for inclusion were denied.
The battles for Khabarovsk were nothing short of brutal. A well-defended mountain stronghold – replete with concrete trenches and fortified dugouts – demanded a relentless assault. However, Naum's determination and courage would not go unnoticed. Twice, he successfully repelled Japanese attacks, earning him the coveted combat badge "Excellent Machine Gunner."
Demobilized in 1950, Naum returned to his homeland and made a name for himself as an educator and school director across various districts. He is the proud father of six children, grandfather of thirteen, and great-grandfather of eight, making him the cornerstone of a sizable family.
In honor of Defender of the Fatherland Day, Yakutia's Head, Aisen Nikolaev, recognized the bravery and dedication of war veterans like Naum Trifonovich Sleptsov. In a ceremony celebrating the honor of being an Honorary Citizen of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Naum was among those celebrated for their valor in the Great Patriotic War.
Beyond his military merits, Naum's contributions extend to the preservation of Yakutian history. Alongside his wife, he has played a significant role in honoring the legacy of Hero of the Soviet Union Fedor Matveyevich Okhlopkov, a legendary Yakutian sniper. The pair collected a wealth of archival material, published books and articles, and organized exhibitions, even founding the first museum named after Okhlopkov, which later transformed into a local history museum.
A veteran of Russian sport, Naum has attained a first-class rank in six sports and served as a mentor to countless chess enthusiasts. At the age of 96, he pursued the title of Candidate Master of Sports in chess, further enriching his impressive career in the sport.
For his military merits, Naum Trifonovich Sleptsov was awarded the Order of the Patriotic War II degree. Through his life's work, he remains a beacon of resilience and achievement in the heart of Yakutia.
During his post-military years, Naum Trifonovich Sleptsov continued to excel, not only in his role as an educator but also in the realm of education-and-self-development. Beyond the classroom, he pursued interests in sports, attaining a first-class rank in six sports and serving as a mentor to many.
