“Living in peaceful times is a happiness we must cherish,” says the veteran himself.
Otepbergen Mustafin was born on August 15, 1926, in the village of Tatyanovka, Mendykara District, Kostanay Region.
He was drafted into the Soviet Army on December 15, 1944, and served as part of the 303rd Rifle Regiment on the 2nd Belorussian Front.
Otepbergen Mustafin was awarded the Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd Class, the Medal “For the Victory over Germany,” and other commemorative distinctions.
Fate has blessed the veteran with five children and the joy of raising grandchildren and great-grandchildren.