Soviet general (1896–1974) who led the defeat of the Germans at Stalingrad and the entry into Berlin during World War II. DS, in Russian, signed in pencil, “Zhukov,” one page, 8 x 11.5, September 12, 1940. Zhukov orders appropriating supplies for the troops of the Kiev Special Military Zone. Signed in pencil as the Commander of the Kiev Military Zone. In good condition, with scattered creasing and wrinkling, lightly affecting signature, punch holes and tears to left edge, a uniform shade of moderate toning, a few small tears, and scattered soiling. RRAuction COA.
