Ale Khirtsizhiqo

Ale Khirtsizhiqo (Хъырцыжъыкъо Алэ) was a Circassian military commander from the Abdzakh region who took part in the Russo-Circassian War.

Early life
Not much is recorded about Khirtsizhiqo's early life, as Circassians did not write down their history, and all knowledge comes from Russian sources. Sources state that he was born in the village of Shakh, and was of the Janchate clan. He was reportedly the first person to fly the Circassian flag.

Death
Sources state that he died in a battle against the Russians.