WW2 Russian Soviet Order of the Great Patriotic War With Research

The WW2 Russian Soviet Order of the Great Patriotic War was a distinguished military decoration established by the USSR in 1942. It was awarded to personnel of the Red Army, Navy, and NKVD for acts of valor or leadership during the Second World War. The order features a red enamel five-pointed star overlaid on crossed swords, with the hammer and sickle emblem at the center, and is inscribed with “Отечественная война”—meaning “Patriotic War.” It was produced in two classes, with variations observable in materials and manufacturing details over different periods. This example is accompanied by research detailing its origin, serial number, and recipient information where available. The Order of the Great Patriotic War holds historical significance as the first Soviet order established during World War II and symbolizes the recognition of individual and collective contributions to the Soviet war effort. This item is intended for study and reference by collectors or historians.