Russia - Soviet: Medal for Combat Service, 2nd type, 4th variation, unnumbered reverse as per a post-1947 issue, mounted on brass five-sided suspender.
Condition: Very Fine
Established 17 October 1938. awarded to personnel of all ranks in the Army, Navy, Border Troops and Ministry of Internal Affairs troops for exceptional conduct in battle resulting in the successful execution of a battle task by the military division; for personal courage shown in defense of USSR borders; for excellence in military and political training; and for mastering new warfare techniques and technology. Citizens as well as foreigners were also eligible for this award. This award could be received more than once
