Lavr Kornilov

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Kornilov's military decorations reflect his bravery and leadership. He earned the Order of St. George twice, one of the highest military honors in the Russian Empire. His daring escape from Austrian captivity in 1916 became a legendary feat, and his role as a founder of the White movement cemented his place in Russian history as a symbol of resistance.

AwardsKornilov received the Order of St. George twice, the Order of Saint Anna, and the Order of Saint Stanislaus for his military service. He also held the rank of General of the Infantry.

Honours & Distinctions

Order of St. George (2nd class)

Russian Empire

Awarded for bravery in combat.

Order of St. George (3rd class)

Russian Empire

Awarded for distinguished military service.

Records & Feats

Daring escape from Austrian captivity

Historic First·1916

In July 1916, Kornilov escaped from an Austrian prisoner-of-war camp and returned to Russia, becoming a celebrated war hero.