26th Rifle Company

The 26th Rifle Company was an infantry unit formed during World War II as part of the larger 8th Rifle Regiment. Activated in 1941, the company saw extensive combat on the Eastern Front, participating in major engagements such as the defense of Moscow and the Battle of Kursk. Known for its discipline and resilience, the 26th Rifle Company earned commendations for holding key positions against superior enemy forces. After the war, the company was disbanded during the postwar military restructuring in 1946.