Isaac Balykbai was born on November 5, 1924 in the village of Zhalagash, Kegeni district, Almaty region.In 1943, he became a soldier in the 115th Infantry Division. The veteran's military service was transferred to the 61st Army. Isaac Balykbai took part in battles in the territories of Belarus, Latvia, Romania and Hungary, as well as in the liberation of Poland. One of the most vivid memories of the veteran was the event that celebrated Victory Day in the Austrian mountains. This day remained in his memory forever. After the war, the unit in which Isaac Balykbai served was transferred to the Far East. He returned to Kazakhstan only in 1947. For his courage and bravery in battle, he was awarded the Order of Glory, III degree, medals "For Victory over Germany" and "For Military Merit." After studying at the police school in Tashkent, Isaac Balykbai served in the internal affairs bodies of his native land, made a significant contribution to strengthening law and order and military-patriotic education of young people. Isaac Balykbai at the age of 101 on April 8, 2025

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