Victor Vodolatsky, Chieftain of the Great Cossack Forces of Don, has resigned as the Cossack ataman (chieftain), RIA Novosti reports.
The terms of chieftainship have recently been extended from 3 to 5 years. Volodatsky’s 3-year term ends today, but he decided not to continue commanding the Cossacks for 2 years he was granted by the amendments.
The new chieftain will be elected in three months, on May 18.
