Mikhail Antonovich Belesov was born in 1921, in the Brykovka village, Dukhovnitsky district, where he lived before the war. He served in the army from 11.07.1941 to 19.08.1942 as a gunner, mechanic, driver in 501st Infantry Regiment and 30th Guards Artillery Regiment. He was seriously wounded in left leg and right arm. Awards: Medal "For Victory over Germany" and anniversary medals. For conscientious work he was awarded medal "Labor Veteran".