Outstanding Russian naval commander, hero,executive officer and talented leader - all this is about Pavel Stepanovich Nakhimov. He repeatedly showed his courage and bravery in military battles, was too fearless, which killed him. He played a huge role in the Sevastopol defense of 1854-1855, defeated the Turkish ships during a naval battle. Admiral P. S. Nakhimov was deeply respected and loved by his subordinates. He remained forever in the history of Russia. Today, there is even an order of the name of Nakhimov.
Biography of Admiral Nakhimov
Nakhimov was born Pavel Stepanovich was from poorSmolensk family of nobles. His father had the rank of officer and resigned, being a second major. In his youth, Pavel Nakhimov entered the Naval Cadet Corps. Even during his studies, his natural gift of the head made itself felt: he was executive to perfection, showed the utmost accuracy, was always hardworking and did everything to achieve his goals.
He showed excellent results in training and in15 years became midshipman. At the same age, he was assigned to the brig Phoenix, whose voyage was to take place in the Baltic Sea. At this time, many people pay attention to the 15-year-old midshipman, who shows everyone that maritime service is a matter of his life. Favorite places in the world for him were a warship and port. He had no time for the device of his personal life, and he didn’t want it. Pavel Stepanovich never fell in love or married. He always showed zeal and zeal in serving. Biography of Admiral Nakhimov suggests that the sea craft was not just his passion, he lived and breathed. I gladly agreed to Lazarev’s proposal to serve in the cruiser Frigate. This naval commander played a big role in Nakhimov's life: he took an example from him and tried to imitate him. Lazarev became for him a "second father", a teacher and a friend. Nakhimov saw and respected in his mentor such qualities as honesty, unselfishness, devotion to the sea service.
Ship "Azov"
Serving on the "Cruiser" Nakhimov devoted three yearsduring this time he managed to "grow up" from a midshipman to lieutenant and become a favorite student of Lazarev. The biography of Admiral Nakhimov says that in 1826 Pavel Stepanovich translated into "Azov" and again served under the guidance of the same commander. This ship was destined to take part in the Navarino naval battle. In 1827, a battle was fought against the Turkish fleet, where a joint Russian, French and English squadron took the floor. "Azov" distinguished itself in this battle, approaching the enemy’s ships closest and causing them great damage. Results of the battle: Nakhimov was wounded, many killed.
Commander Nakhimov
At the age of 29 Pavel Nakhimov became the commander of the Pallas.This frigate did not yet know the voyages and was only built in 1832. Then, under his command, passed "Silistra", which plowed open spaces of the Black Sea. Here Nakhimov becomes the captain of the 1st rank. For 9 years, under the leadership of Pavel Stepanovich, Silistria carried out the most difficult and quite responsible assignments.
Defense of Sevastopol
In the years 1854-1855 Nakhimov was transferred to the Crimea andtogether with Istomin and Kornilov heroically led the defense of Sevastopol. He led the formation of naval battalions, the construction of the battery, and the preparation of reserves. He constantly followed the interaction of the fleet and the army, the construction of fortifications, the supply of the defenders of Sevastopol. The story of Admiral Nakhimov says that his keen eye has always seen how to more effectively use artillery and carry out other military operations. Often Nakhimov himself went to the front and led the fighting. During the first bombing of the city in 1854, he was wounded in the head, and the following year - a contusion. In 1855, on June 6, when the city was stormed, he became the head of the defense of the Ship side. At the peak moment Nakhimov led a bayonet counterattack of infantry and sailors.
Death
June 28, 1855 should be no differentfrom everyday military service. A detour took place in order, and the Sevastopol fortifications were checked. At 5 o'clock in the evening Nakhimov drove up to the third bastion. After inspecting enemy positions, he headed towards the Malakhov Kurgan to observe the enemy. The sailors and Nakhimov's entourage very clearly remembered the day of his death. Biography of Admiral Nakhimov - evidence that he was very brave, to recklessness. When the French bullet hit him, flashing through the skull, he stood and looked through a telescope. Directly at the enemy. Not hiding and not stepping aside, despite the admonitions of his subordinates who tried to stop him and not allow him to go to the banquet. He did not die immediately, though without a single moan. The best doctors gathered at his bedside. He opened his eyes several times, but was silent. Admiral Nakhimov died the next day after being seriously wounded. The funeral took place in the Sevastopol Vladimirsky Cathedral, the remains of his teacher Lazarev and his military colleagues, Admirals Istomin and Kornilov, rest here.
Order of Nakhimov
Later, an order was established in honor of AdmiralNakhimov. They are awarded outstanding officers of the Navy for the excellent conduct of naval operations, bold decisions, good organization. Order has several degrees.
Pavel Stepanovich had no such qualities, forwhich could not be rewarded. Now this order, as a memory of Admiral Nakhimov, a valiant officer and commander, is awarded to those who show the highest desire in achieving success and excellent results, fulfilling their duty.
