10-17-2010, 05:12 AM
Yes, I agree - this stinks. In his defense, however, I've been witness to well-meaning Russians unofficially giving badges, Umalotovas (if these can be "officially" given), etc., usually after the consumption of alcohol. I know an American given a Soviet Comsomol shock-worker badge merely for participating in a volleyball game in either '89 or '90.
This guy's particular choice of decorations is extremely suspicious, however.
This guy's particular choice of decorations is extremely suspicious, however.
