What was the profession of Goncharov's grandfather?
Military officer
Merchant
Priest
Farmer
Answer
Goncharov's grandfather was a military officer. He served in the Russian Imperial Army during the Napoleonic Wars and was awarded the Order of St. George for his bravery in battle. He retired from the army after the war and settled in the city of Oryol, where he became a successful businessman. Goncharov's grandfather was a strong influence on his life and his writing.
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