WW2 Russian Soviet Order of the Red Banner With Research

The Order of the Red Banner was one of the Soviet Union’s earliest and most distinguished military decorations, instituted in 1918. It was awarded to military personnel and units for exceptional courage, dedication, and leadership in combat. This original example features the classic design of a red-enamelled banner inscribed with “Proletarians of all countries, unite!” and the hammer and sickle emblem, set atop a silver starburst with crossed rifles. Each decoration bears a unique numbered serial on the reverse, corresponding to its official award documentation. This item includes detailed research relating to its issuance and the recipient’s service, providing historical context and verification. Recipients of the Order of the Red Banner served in various significant campaigns throughout the Second World War, contributing to the medal’s legacy as a symbol of valor in Soviet military history. The Order reflects both the art of Soviet-era craftsmanship and the history of the Red Army during World War II.