Bulgaria bids farewell to cosmonaut Major General Alexander Alexandrov

A final farewell to one of Bulgaria's heroes

Bulgaria says goodbye to one of its modern heroes, Vice President Iliana Iotova said to journalists at the memorial service for Major General (ret.) Alexander Alexandrov – a military pilot, cosmonaut, scientist, and officer.

"A worthy Bulgarian officer, our cosmonaut, the man who dedicated his life to Bulgaria, its glory, and space science," Iotova shared.

She expressed hope that the legacy he leaves behind will be taken up by his young colleagues and the institutions, as it is thanks to him that Bulgaria received global recognition as a spacefaring nation.

Homage and recognition

• Memorial Service: The ceremony took place at the Central Military Club in Sofia.
• Recognition: Prime Minister Rumen Radev emphasized that Alexandrov is an example for the generation of officers for whom duty to the homeland is a supreme value.
• Remembrance: The mayor of his hometown Omurtag, Dzheyneyt Yonuzov, bid him farewell with the words: "A bright path to the stars!"

We remind you that Major General Alexander Alexandrov passed away on July 10, leaving a bright mark on Bulgarian aviation and science.