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Russian Shoulder boards for border guards

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Russian Shoulder boards for border guards

Russian Shoulder boards for border guards

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Ribbon for Valiant Labour

Ribbon for Valiant Labour

Ribbon for Distinction in Guarding the State Border of the USSR

Ribbon for Distinction in Guarding the State Border of the USSR

Ribbon for the Defense of Leningrad

Ribbon for the Defense of Leningrad

WWII Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region 1944

WWII Soviet Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Polar Region 1944

$95.00

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.

Ribbon for the Defense of Sevastopol

Ribbon for the Defense of Sevastopol

Ribbon for the Defense of Sevastopol

$2.00

Ribbon for the Defense of Sevastopol

Instituted December 22, 1942.

Awarded to service and civilian personnel who participated in the defense of Sevastopol between November 5, 1941, and July 4, 1942.

British Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service & Good Conduct Medal Ribbon – NOS

British Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service & Good Conduct Medal Ribbon – NOS

British Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service & Good Conduct Medal Ribbon – NOS

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Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service & Good Conduct Medal Ribbon

A New Old Stock (NOS) ribbon representing the British Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service and Good Conduct Medal.

Historical Background

Established in 1908, this decoration recognized long and faithful service in Britain's Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (RNVR), an organization of volunteer sailors who supported the Royal Navy during peacetime and wartime.

The RNVR played an important role during both World Wars, providing personnel for naval operations, shore establishments, and other wartime assignments.

Why It Was Awarded

The medal recognized qualifying long service and good conduct among members of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, generally requiring twelve years of eligible service.

Item Details

Country: United Kingdom
Decoration: Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
Established: 1908
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Medal ribbon only

A useful addition to a collection of British naval decorations or Commonwealth military medal ribbons.

Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered.

Ribbon for Development of the Non-Black Earth Regions of the USSR Ribbon

Ribbon for Development of the Non-Black Earth Regions of the USSR Ribbon

Ribbon for Development of the Non-Black Earth Regions of the USSR Ribbon

$3.00

Ribbon for Development of the Non-Black Earth Regions of the USSR Ribbon