Patriotic War II,0719073,Liason,1379th Red Banner Rifle Regiment,87th Rifle Division

[Riley1965]

Researched and translated OPWII awarded to ethnic Russian lieutenant from Uzbekistan , Lt Pavel Ilich Zhukov excerpt below:

While commanding a mortar platoon in combat against the German fascist invaders he has proven himself bold, decisive, and motivated in fulfilling the Command’s orders. As a liaison officer from the 87 Rifle Division in the 63 Rifle Corps HQ since July 1944 until the present, he has proven himself exceptionally fearless and bold in accomplishing his assigned responsibilities. He has delivered the Corps’ orders, combat instructions as well as other secret documents not only to the Division, but to higher headquarters, under any combat and weather conditions, disregarding fatigue, and only considering the time required to make his delivery, he is a patriot of his Motherland and accomplishes his missions on time and with honor.

This guy seems to have done it all - mortar platoon leader, liaison officer delivering secret documents, and when recommended for this award, his duty position is listed as "machinegun platoon leader."

Piece is in excellent condition with moderate wear and patina, also included is original, period screwback plate.

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