WWII Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region – Original
An original Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region (За оборону Советского Заполярья), a Second World War campaign decoration recognizing military and civilian participation in the defense of the Soviet Arctic.
Historical Background
The Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region was established on December 5, 1944, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.
Following Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union in June 1941, German and Finnish forces conducted operations in the far northern regions of the Soviet Union, seeking to capture strategically important territory and disrupt Soviet communications.
The Arctic port of Murmansk was particularly important because it remained a vital destination for Allied supplies delivered through the Arctic convoys.
Soviet forces defended the region under exceptionally difficult conditions, including extreme cold, rugged terrain, and prolonged periods of darkness.
The defense of the Soviet Arctic continued from June 22, 1941, through November 1944, including the successful Soviet Petsamo–Kirkenes offensive.
Why It Was Awarded
The medal recognized members of the Soviet Army, Navy, NKVD, and civilian population who directly participated in the defense of the Soviet Polar Region.
It commemorates their contributions to protecting the Soviet Arctic and maintaining vital northern supply routes during the Second World War.
Item Details
Country: Soviet Union (USSR)
Decoration: Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region
Russian designation: За оборону Советского Заполярья
Established: December 5, 1944
Associated period: 1941–1944
Historical conflict: Second World War
Type: Soviet campaign medal
Includes: Medal with ribbon and suspension
Condition: As photographed
Quantity available: One
SKU: RUS87652119
An excellent addition to a collection of Soviet military decorations, Eastern Front militaria, Arctic convoy history, or Second World War campaign medals.
WWII Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region – Original
An original Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region (За оборону Советского Заполярья), a Second World War campaign decoration recognizing military and civilian participation in the defense of the Soviet Arctic.
Historical Background
The Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region was established on December 5, 1944, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.
Following Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union in June 1941, German and Finnish forces conducted operations in the far northern regions of the Soviet Union, seeking to capture strategically important territory and disrupt Soviet communications.
The Arctic port of Murmansk was particularly important because it remained a vital destination for Allied supplies delivered through the Arctic convoys.
Soviet forces defended the region under exceptionally difficult conditions, including extreme cold, rugged terrain, and prolonged periods of darkness.
The defense of the Soviet Arctic continued from June 22, 1941, through November 1944, including the successful Soviet Petsamo–Kirkenes offensive.
Why It Was Awarded
The medal recognized members of the Soviet Army, Navy, NKVD, and civilian population who directly participated in the defense of the Soviet Polar Region.
It commemorates their contributions to protecting the Soviet Arctic and maintaining vital northern supply routes during the Second World War.
Item Details
Country: Soviet Union (USSR)
Decoration: Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region
Russian designation: За оборону Советского Заполярья
Established: December 5, 1944
Associated period: 1941–1944
Historical conflict: Second World War
Type: Soviet campaign medal
Includes: Medal with ribbon and suspension
Condition: As photographed
Quantity available: One
SKU: RUS87652119
An excellent addition to a collection of Soviet military decorations, Eastern Front militaria, Arctic convoy history, or Second World War campaign medals.
