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1931 – 2007Boris YeltsinFirst president of Russia, 1991-1999Boris Nikolayevich Yeltsin (February 1, 1931 – April 23, 2007) was the first President of the Russian Federation, serving from 1991 to 1999. He oversaw Russia's chaotic transition to democracy and market economy, and famously appointed Vladimir Putin as his successor on New Year's Eve 1999.