Description
Order of the Red Banner #86357
Awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Anatoly Dmitrievich Sinyaev (Анатолий Дмитриевич Синяев)
For demonstrating exemplary leadership in organizing reconnaissance operations during the liberation of the Donbass region, accurately identifying enemy positions, forces, and defenses, which significantly contributed to the successful breakthroughs and advances of Soviet troops
Lt. Col. Sinyaev was highly decorated with an Order of Bogdan Khmelnytsky 2nd class, Kutuzov 2nd class among many other awards
Made of solid silver and enamels. Measures 40.72 mm in height, 36.77 mm in width and it weighs 24.4 grams without its screwplate. The serial number and mint mark are located at the 6 o’clock position of its reverse.
This order was originally mounted on a suspension but has been converted to a screwback type, likely by a scammer attempting to deceive a novice collector. Despite this conversion, the order remains in very good condition. Its details are sharp and well-defined, and even the raised wreath in the center shows only light wear. A significant amount of the original gold plating is still intact, and the red and white enamels are extremely well-preserved, with no chipping or repairs. The order comes with a late Soviet screwplate, which fits well.
Brief, concrete description of his feat of arms or achievements:
During the preparation for offensive battles to liberate the Donbass region, Lieutenant Colonel Sinyaev set up an exemplary reconnaissance service within the army. As a result, the enemy’s front line, forces, composition, and weaponry were accurately identified, which significantly facilitated the breakthrough of the enemy’s defenses and contributed to the successful advance of our troops.
Throughout the operation to liberate the Donbass region, thanks to his skilled leadership, reconnaissance was conducted continuously. Enemy positions, their forces, compositions, and groupings were revealed in a timely manner, and lines of resistance were accurately determined.
During all critical periods of battles in decisive areas, he personally remained within reconnaissance units, continuously directing their activities while demonstrating personal courage and bravery.
Through his actions, he contributed to the correct planning of the offensive and the successful advancement of our troops.
Sinyaev was also actively involved in the Battle for Berlin and received the Order of Kutuzov 2nd class for this. His name is present on the list of commanders
The citation for these feats reads:
During the battles on the Oder River for holding and expanding the bridgehead, despite the flat terrain and the large number of forests, he managed to organize effective observation, which prevented a flank attack.
A thorough, well-thought-out, and meticulous reconnaissance system exposed the enemy’s rear groupings and defense systems, ensuring the correct decision was made to breach the enemy’s defenses.
In subsequent operations, he correctly identified likely enemy concentration points and provided accurate analyses of enemy actions. His persistence, meticulousness, and selflessness greatly helped the command make the most appropriate decisions for the situation, avoiding unnecessary deployments of main forces where the circumstances did not demand it.
As an experienced and skilled officer, Sinyaev personally took on the most challenging and dangerous areas after completing his tasks. During combat and subsequent strikes against the enemy forces to prevent their breakthroughs under heavy defense, he carried out missions to enter the enemy’s operational rear. Through personal, precise fire, he successfully completed the tasks entrusted to him in the corridor with honor. In the street fighting in Berlin, he demonstrated exemplary courage and bravery.
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