Official Chernobyl Awards Research Project

[RedMaestro2]

A couple of points...

Originally Posted by ericlida

This medal is the first (and only one) medal in the world awarded for participation in a nuclear clean up of Chernobyl plant. Approximately 800,000 people were in charge of the removal of the consequences of the April 26, 1986 Chernobyl disaster on the site of the accident. The medal was established by the USSR State Committee on Labor and Social issues on May 14, 1990.

Not sure where this is coming from, as we've already established that quite a few Soviet and RF orders and medals were awarded for specific actions at Chernobyl. In the sense that this badge was like a campaign medal, yes, I think you're right that it's the only one.

Originally Posted by Lapa

Eric,

I am a bit confused here. Were those awards you presented (Orders "For Courage" and medal "For rescue") specifically presented in relation to Chernobyl?

Marc, I believe they were, although that wasn't at all made clear. I think I've seen at least two of them elsewhere. Eric, are they currently in your collection? Could you share the stories behind them please?

[ericlida]

Originally Posted by RedMaestro2

Marc, I believe they were, although that wasn't at all made clear. I think I've seen at least two of them elsewhere. Eric, are they currently in your collection? Could you share the stories behind them please?




They're relevant here, so why? :confused:

Yes, they are in my collection.
Here is an article from the newspaper for one of the heroes (sorry, it's in Russia)
Another order has the document and Gramota from the Omsk Officials regarding the reason of awarding (Chernobyl)

[ericlida]

The Order “For Courage” was established by the Decree of the President's of Russian Federation №442 on March 2, 1994. The order “For Courage” is rewarded to citizens for selflessness and courage rescuing people, protection of law and order, crime control, during the natural catastrophes, fires, and other extraordinary situations, and also for the daring and decisive actions during the performance of military, civil or official duty under the conditions with the risk for the life.
The order is presented together with a certificate.

[ericlida]

One more Order “For Courage”

[Lapa]

Eric,

I am a bit confused here. Were those awards you presented (Orders "For Courage" and medal "For rescue") specifically presented in relation to Chernobyl?

Another small point, the "medal" for Chernobyl cleanup is in fact a badge ("знак").

Marc

[CtahhR]

I have no idea how many of those Badges were made but they are everywhere. Were the powers that be expecting tens of millions to "liquidate"?

[ericlida]

Originally Posted by Lapa

Eric,

I am a bit confused here. Were those awards you presented (Orders "For Courage" and medal "For rescue") specifically presented in relation to Chernobyl?

Another small point, the "medal" for Chernobyl cleanup is in fact a badge ("знак").

Marc

Yes
The awards "For Courage" and medal "For rescue" were issued specifically for Chernobyl - 100%
Cnernobyl clean up is a badge - I agree :D, but the OFFICIAL badge :D:D

[ericlida]

Originally Posted by Lapa

Eric,

I am a bit confused here. Were those awards you presented (Orders "For Courage" and medal "For rescue") specifically presented in relation to Chernobyl?

Marc

Marc
You missed this Gramota from Omsk Administration ;)

[Christophe]

Originally Posted by ericlida

Marc
You missed this Gramota from Omsk Administration ;)

Hi Eric,

That's a great document.
Is there any date ?
And how is the back ?

Thanks for sharing. :thumbsup

Cheers.
Ch.

[ericlida]

Marc
Also, here is one of the Orders (2000) of Russian President
There are many different from different years.

Указ Президента РФ от 7 февраля 2000 г. N 316
"О награждении государственными наградами Российской Федерации активных участников ликвидации последствий аварии на Чернобыльской АЭС"
За мужество и самоотверженность, проявленные при ликвидации последствий аварии на Чернобыльской АЭС, наградить:

По Республике Башкортостан
Орденом Мужества
Астапова Александра Андреевича - электромонтажника Стерлитамакского монтажного управления
Валеева Фаниса Шакировича, Дюртюлинский район
.......

Медалью "За спасение погибавших"
Калинина Юрия Владимировича - машиниста-обходчика Петрозаводской ТЭЦ акционерного общества "Карелэнерго".
По Республике Саха (Якутия)
Медалью "За спасение погибавших"
Азимбаева Александра Раджиматовича, город Якутск
Лозу Олега Петровича - старшего механика танкера "Капитан Красноштанов" Жатайского судоремонтного завода
Романова Валерия Николаевича - слесаря муниципального предприятия "Якутскгортеплосеть".
.............

Исполняющий обязанности
Президента Российской Федерации
В. Путин
Москва, Кремль
7 февраля 2000 г.
N316

Also, Liquidators of Chernobyl Accident were awarded Order of Red Star and
Order for Services in Soviet Army.
I don't have them in my collection, but have seen.