Kalashnikov creator turns 90
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Kalashnikov creator turns 90
Russian celebrities and politicians have been paying tribute to Mikhail Kalashnikov, who turned 90 on Tuesday, at a Kremlin reception.Mr Kalashnikov is the inventor of the AK-47 assault rifle, beloved of guerrillas around the world.At the ceremony, President Dimitry Medvedev handed Mr Kalashnikov the prestigious Hero of Russia award.David Campanale reports.
BBC | November 10, 2009
