Description: This Hero of USSR Medal and Order of Lenin are excellent reproductions of the original medals and awards given to Soviet citizens during World War II. These medals are a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the Soviet people during the war. The medal features the iconic Hammer and Sickle design, while the Order of Lenin is a high-ranking medal of honor. These medals are perfect for collectors of militaria, especially those interested in the history of the Soviet Union and World War II. They are authentic in design and quality, making them a valuable addition to any collection. Add this Hero of USSR Medal and Order of Lenin to your collection today. Hero of the Soviet UnionGold star medal of the Hero of the Soviet UnionTypeHighest degree of distinctionAwarded forHeroic feats in service to the Soviet state and societyPresented by Soviet UnionEligibilitySoviet and foreign citizensStatusNo longer awardedEstablished16 April 1934First awarded20 April 1934Last awarded24 December 1991Total12,777PrecedenceNext (lower)Hero of Socialist LabourRelatedHero of the Russian FederationThe title Hero of the Soviet Union (Russian: Герой Советского Союза, romanized: Geroy Sovietskogo Soyuza) was the highest distinction in the Soviet Union, awarded together with the Order of Lenin personally or collectively for heroic feats in service to the Soviet state and society.[1] The title was awarded both to civilian and military persons.Overview[edit]The award was established on 16 April 1934, by the Central Executive Committee of the Soviet Union.[2] The first recipients of the title originally received only the Order of Lenin, the highest Soviet award, along with a certificate (грамота, gramota) describing the heroic deed from the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. Because the Order of Lenin could be awarded for deeds not qualifying for the title of hero, and to distinguish heroes from other Order of Lenin holders, the Gold Star medal was introduced on 1 August 1939.[3] Earlier heroes were retroactively eligible for these items.[citation needed]A hero could be awarded the title again for a subsequent heroic feat with an additional Gold Star medal and certificate.[4] The practice of awarding additional Orders of Lenin when the title was awarded multiple times was abolished by the Supreme Soviet of the USSR in 1988 during perestroika.[4]Forty-four foreign citizens were awarded the title.[5]The title was also awarded posthumously,[6] though often without the actual Gold Star medal presented.[citation needed]The title could be revoked only by the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet.[7]Order of Lenin64 languages ReadEditView historyOrder of LeninOrder of Lenin, Type 4 awarded from 1943 to 1991TypeSingle-grade orderAwarded foroutstanding services rendered to the State,exemplary service in the armed forces,promoting friendship and cooperation between people and in strengthening peace, andmeritorious services to the Soviet state and societyCountrySoviet Union Presented by Soviet UnionEligibilityCitizens of the Soviet Union; foreigners; institutions, enterprises and collectivesStatusAwarded only by the CPRFEstablished6 April 1930First awarded23 May 1930Last awarded21 December 1991Total431,418Ribbon of the Order of LeninPrecedenceNext (lower)Order of the October RevolutionOrder of Lenin, type 3The Order of Lenin (Russian: Орден Ленина, romanized: Orden Lenina, pronounced [ˈordʲɪn ˈlʲenʲɪnə]) was an award named after Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the October Revolution. It was established by the Central Executive Committee on 6 April 1930. The order was the highest civilian decoration bestowed by the Soviet Union. The order was awarded to:Civilians for outstanding services rendered to the StateMembers of the armed forces for exemplary serviceThose who promoted friendship and cooperation between people and in strengthening peaceThose with meritorious services to the Soviet state and society[1]From 1944 to 1957, before the institution of specific length of service medals, the Order of Lenin was also used to reward 25 years of conspicuous military service. Those who were awarded the titles "Hero of the Soviet Union" and "Hero of Socialist Labour" were also given the order as part of the award. It was also bestowed on cities, companies, factories, regions, military units, and ships. Various educational institutions and military units who received the said Order applied the full name of the order into their official titles.
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Type: Medal
Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Region of Origin: Russia
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation