SKOBELEFF, MICHAEL

SKOBELEFF, MICHAEL
   a Russian general, distinguished himself by his bravery in the Russian service, particularly in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78; was a leader in the Panslavist movement; died suddenly (1841-1882).

The Nuttall Encyclopaedia. . 1907.

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