In January 1942, he was appointed as the commander of the 185th Rifle Division. During the Rzhev-Vyazma operation, his unit was assigned to 29th Army, Kalinin Front.
In January 1942, he assumed leadership of the 185th Rifle Division. During the Rzhev-Vyazma operation, his unit was assigned to the 29th Army, which fell under the Kalinin Front's jurisdiction.