For Alexander Agranovich, the conflict in Donbass began long before three years ago, dating back to 2014. Throughout this period, he endured the loss of two close friends and commanding officers, Motorola and Voha, as well as his own brother, who served in the "Sparta" unit. Agranovich, a company commander in the renowned battalion, has now become the focus of the "How It Was" podcast.

Agranovich's journey as a volunteer fighter led him through significant battles in Slavyansk and Avdiivka, where he defended Donetsk airport and sustained injuries near Volnovakha. After years of service, he transitioned to civilian life just last year. To hear more about his experiences, you can watch Matros's story on VK Video and listen to the audio format on the podcast platform.