Qanoqo Aytech Aytek Konokov | |
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Born | 17-18th century Circassia |
Died | 1844 Circassia |
Allegiance | Russia Circassia Ottoman Empire |
Battles/wars | Russo-Circassian War |
Aytech Qanoqo (Kabardian: Къанокъуэ Айтэч, romanized: Qanoqwə Aytəç; Russian: Айтек Коноков; ? - September 26, 1844) was a Circassian military commander, nobleman and double agent who took part in the Russo-Circassian War. He frequently changed sides and was a notable participant on both sides of the conflict. In the end, he was known as a traitor by both sides and did not have a funeral.