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.
Russian Federation Medal of Zhukov – Military Service Decoration
A Russian Federation Medal of Zhukov (Медаль Жукова), a military decoration named in honor of Marshal Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov, one of the Soviet Union's most prominent military commanders during the Second World War.
Historical Background
The Medal of Zhukov was established on May 9, 1994, to commemorate the military achievements of Marshal Georgy Zhukov and recognize military service.
Zhukov played a central role in several major Soviet military operations during the Second World War, including the defense of Moscow, the Battle of Stalingrad, and the final offensive against Berlin in 1945.
Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Russian Federation established and revised a number of national military decorations reflecting both Soviet military heritage and the traditions of the new Russian state.
The Medal of Zhukov became part of this system of honors, recognizing military personnel for distinguished service and military achievements.
Why It Was Awarded
The Medal of Zhukov was originally associated with recognition of veterans of the Second World War and distinguished military service.
Its award criteria were subsequently revised, including provisions recognizing courage, bravery, and distinguished performance by Russian military personnel during combat operations and military duties.
Item Details
Country: Russian Federation
Decoration: Medal of Zhukov
Russian designation: Медаль Жукова
Established: May 9, 1994
Named in honor of: Marshal Georgy K. Zhukov
Type: Military decoration
Includes: Medal with attached ribbon
Condition: As photographed
Quantity available: One
SKU: RUS8745411
An interesting addition to a collection of Russian military decorations, post-Soviet militaria, or medals associated with the legacy of the Second World War.
An extremely rare Order of Saint Andrew. This ribbon is rarely ever seen, and I was lucky enough to receive this ribbon from the original manufacture.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths.
The Order was established in 1698 by Tsar Peter the Great, in honor of Saint Andrew, the first apostle of Jesus and patron saint of Russia.
It was abolished fallowing the Russian Revolution of 1917.
The order was officially re-instated as the highest civilian and military award by presidential decree on June 1, 1998.
Notable people who have received this award/Ribbon.
Gun designer Mikhail Kalashnikov.
Mikhail Gorbachev, last general secretary of the CPSU.
Author Daniil Granin.
Ribbon for the 40th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Instituted: April 12, 1985.
Awarded to all servicemen and employed civilians of the Soviet Armed Forces who served in the Great Patriotic War plus recipients of Victory over Germany & Victory over Japan Medals.
Ribbon Commemorating the 250th Anniversary of Leningrad.
Instituted: May 16, 1957.
Awarded to all citizens who participated in the reconstruction of the city and lived there for at least 5 years and all holders of the of the Defense of Leningrad Medal.
Ribbon for the 20th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Instituted: May 7, 1965.
Awarded to service personnel and employed civilians of the Soviet Armed Forces, partisans and holders of the medals for Victory over Germany or Japan.
Ribbon for the 20th Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War
Instituted: April 25, 1975.
Awarded To service personnel and employed civilians of the Soviet Armed Forces, partisans and holders of the medals for Victory over Germany or Japan.
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