Lyudmila Pavlichenko, known as "Lady Death," was one of history's deadliest female snipers, with 309 confirmed kills during World War II. Born in 1916 in Ukraine, she developed her shooting skills in Kyiv. When Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union in 1941, she volunteered for the Red Army.
Pavlichenko's sniper prowess shone during the Battle of Odessa and the prolonged siege of Sevastopol, earning her the fierce reputation of "Lady Death." Her remarkable marksmanship and courage made her a celebrated hero in the Soviet Union.
In 1942, after being wounded, she toured the United States, Canada, and the UK, promoting the Soviet war effort and famously challenging American men to join the fight. After the war, she became an instructor and a historian, continuing to inspire with her resilience and bravery.
Pavlichenko's legacy endures as a symbol of determination and skill, immortalized in history as one of World War II's most extraordinary figures.
