Russia, Soviet Union. Order Of The Red Banner Of Labour, Type Vi Archive for "courage and heroism in

for "courage and heroism in aerial combat against the German invaders"

The motto of the Order appears on the medallion and is "Isänmaan hyväksi" (For the well-being or benefit or advantage of the Fatherland)

intended for the bestowal of a Close Combat Clasp

Soldiers had to remain on high alert because of possible raids on their positions

Russia, Soviet Union. Order Of The Red Banner Of Labour, Type Vi Archive for "courage and heroism in( ). Instituted in 1928. Multi piece construction, ring reverse, in silver gilt with red, white and blue enamels, maker marked " " (Monetny Dvor) and number engraved "756379" on the reverse, measuring 36. 7 mm (w) x 47. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, very light contact overall, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Red Banner of Labour was