1st Class-Established 2 February 1943. Medal given to partisans (citizen guerilla fighters), commanders of partisan detachments, and partisan movement organizers for personal feats of courage and valor against occupying German troops during the Great Patriotic War. This medal was presented with a temporary certificate which was changed into a regular certificate in 1948. Approximately 57,000 were issued.
2nd Class-Established 2 February 1943. Medal given to partisans (citizen guerilla fighters), commanders of partisan detachments, and partisan movement organizers for distinction in carrying out orders and assignments for higher echelons during the Great Patriotic War.This medal was presented with a temporary certificate which was changed into a regular certificate in 1948. Approximately 71,000 were issued. |