Institution | October 17, 1938 |
Statute | The medal for Military Merit could be given to military men and civilians "who, in struggle with enemies of the Soviet State, contributed to the success of military operations at the front with their efficient, resourceful and bold actions at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty". |
History | About 21.000 people were awarded the Medal for Gallantry during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. |
Description | In centre, inscription in Russian "For/ Military/ Merit"; above, "USSR"; below, crossed rifle and sabre. |
Literature | Kolesnikov-Rojkov, 1978 (p. 109-110); Durov V.A., 1989 ( p. 59, 66, 75); Kuznetsov, 2002 (p. 367); |
