Medals from Russia from
the Second World War (WW2)
Russian Military Medals & Awards From World War II.
During World War II, the situation in Russia (USSR) was marked by intense fighting, immense human losses, and significant social and economic upheaval. The nation created many medals and awards for World War II to recognize and honor the immense sacrifices, bravery, and contributions of its citizens. The Soviet Union, of which Russia was a part at the time, suffered greatly during the conflict, with millions of lives lost and extensive damage to infrastructure and resources.
On this page, you will find all the Russian medals, orders, and decorations established during World War II.
Popular WW2 Russian
Medals, Orders & Decorations
Explore the most renowned medals, orders, and decorations bestowed by Russia during World War II, and learn more about the events surrounding them.
The Order of Victory (USSR)
The Order of Victory was the highest military decoration awarded for World War II service in the Soviet Union, and one of the rarest made.
The Order of Glory (USSR)
The Order of Glory is a military decoration of the Soviet Union awarded to soldiers and non-commissioned officers of the Red Army.
The Order of Suvorov
The Order of Suvorov (or Орден Суворова) is a military decoration established in 1942 and named in honor of Count Alexander Suvorov.
The Order of Alexander Nevsky
The Order of Alexander Nevsky is an order of merit bestowed to civil servants for twenty years + of highly meritorious service.
The Order of the Patriotic War (USSR)
The Order of the Patriotic War (Орден Отечественной войны) is a Soviet military decoration established in 1942 and awarded for heroic deeds.
All Russian Medals from
World War II
In June 1941, Nazi Germany launched a massive surprise invasion, known as Operation Barbarossa, against the Soviet Union. The German forces quickly advanced deep into Soviet territory, causing widespread destruction and chaos. One of the pivotal moments of the war was the Battle of Stalingrad (1942-1943). The Soviet forces successfully defended the city against a relentless German assault, eventually encircling and trapping the German Sixth Army. The Soviet victory at Stalingrad marked a turning point in the war and dealt a significant blow to the German war machine. These medals below served as symbols of valor, boosted morale, and provided a lasting commemoration of the nation’s struggle and victory.
Orders of the Soviet Union (WW2)
The Order of the Patriotic War (USSR)
The Order of the Patriotic War (Орден Отечественной войны) is a Soviet military decoration established in 1942 and awarded for heroic deeds.
The Order of Alexander Nevsky
The Order of Alexander Nevsky is an order of merit bestowed to civil servants for twenty years + of highly meritorious service.
The Order of Suvorov
The Order of Suvorov (or Орден Суворова) is a military decoration established in 1942 and named in honor of Count Alexander Suvorov.
The Order of Kutuzov
The Order of Kutuzov is a military decoration of the Russian Federation established during World War II and named after the Field Marshal.
The Order of Bogdan Khmelnitsky
The Order of Bohdan Khmelnitsky (Орден Богдана Хмельницкого) was a Soviet award established in 1943 and named after Bohdan Khmelnytsky.
The Order of Glory (USSR)
The Order of Glory is a military decoration of the Soviet Union awarded to soldiers and non-commissioned officers of the Red Army.
The Order and Medal of Ushakov
The Order of Ushakov is a military decoration of the Russian Federation bestowed to command grade naval officers for outstanding leadership.
The Order of Nakhimov
The Order of Nakhimov is a military decoration of the Russian Federation established during World War II and bestowed to naval officers.
The Order of Victory (USSR)
The Order of Victory was the highest military decoration awarded for World War II service in the Soviet Union, and one of the rarest made.
Defense Medals of the Soviet Union (WW2)
The Medal for the Defense of Leningrad
The Medal for the Defense of Leningrad was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defense of Leningrad in 1944.
The Medal for the Defense of Odessa
The Medal for the Defense of Odessa was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defense of the port city.
The Medal for the Defense of Sevastopol
The Medal for the Defense of Sevastopol was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defense of the port city.
The Medal for the Defense of Stalingrad
The Medal for the Defense of Stalingrad was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who were part of the defense of Stalingrad in 1942.
The Medal for the Defense of Moscow
The Medal for the Defense of Moscow was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the Battle of Moscow during WW2.
The Medal for the Defense of the Caucasus
The Medal for the Defense of the Caucasus was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defense of the region.
The Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Transarctic
The Medal for the Defense of the Soviet Transarctic was awarded to all military and civilians who participated in the defense of the regions.
The Medal for the Defense of Kiev
The Medal for the Defense of Kiev was awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defense of Kiev in 1941.
Other WW2 Decorations
The Medal To a Partisan of the Patriotic War
The Medal to a Partisan of the Patriotic War was a World War II Soviet paramilitary award established in 1943.
The Medal for the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War
The Medal for the Victory over Germany was established in 1945 to denote military participation in the victory over Nazi Germany.
The Medal for the Victory over Japan
The Medal for the Victory over Japan was awarded to Soviet service personnel who were active between 8 August and 23 August 1945.
The Medal for the Capture of Berlin
The Medal for the Capture of Berlin was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the capture of Berlin in 1945.
The Medal for the Capture of Budapest
The Medal for the Capture of Budapest was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the capture of Budapest between 1944 and 1945.
The Medal for the Capture of Königsberg
The Medal for the Capture of Königsberg was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the capture of Königsberg in 1945.
The Medal for the Capture of Vienna
The Medal for the Capture of Vienna was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the capture of Vienna in 1945.
The Medal for the Liberation of Prague
The Medal for the Liberation of Prague was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the liberation of Prague in 1945.
The Medal for the Liberation of Warsaw
The Medal for the Liberation of Warsaw was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the liberation of Warsaw between in 1945.
The Medal for the Liberation of Belgrade
The Medal for the Liberation of Belgrade was awarded to Soviet service personnel who took part in the liberation of Belgrade in 1944.
The Medal for Valiant Labor in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945
The Medal for Valiant Labor in the Great Patriotic War 1941–194 was awarded to Soviet industrial workers for long labor during the war.
The Medal for the Restoration of the Donbass Coal Mines
The Medal for the Restoration of the Donbass Coal Mines was awarded to workers, clerks, engineering and professionals for outstanding work.
The Medal for the Restoration of the Black Metallurgy Enterprises of the South
The Medal for the Restoration of the Black Metallurgy Enterprises was awarded to Soviet workers of outstanding performance in restorations.
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