Is Viktor Kulikov A-List?
No — Viktor Kulikov is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 1977
Warsaw Pact Commander
Lost A-list status in 1989
Dropped to B tier — Retires from Active Service
Ranking Timeline
Enters Soviet Military Service
Begins his military career during World War II, gaining experience and rising through the ranks.
Commander of Soviet Forces
Appointed commander of Soviet forces in Germany, a key position during the Cold War.
Warsaw Pact Commander
Becomes the commander-in-chief of the Warsaw Pact, solidifying his power and influence.
Overseeing Military Exercises
Oversees numerous Warsaw Pact military exercises, playing a crucial role in Cold War strategy.
Retires from Active Service
Retires from active service as the Cold War ends and the Warsaw Pact dissolves.
Death in Moscow
Kulikov dies in Moscow, leaving behind a legacy as a key figure in the Soviet military establishment.
Legacy as Military Leader
Kulikov remembered as a prominent Soviet military leader, although largely forgotten outside of military history circles.
Last updated: February 25, 2026