Description
Medal for the Defense of Moscow variation 1
Awarded to Major Ivan Vasilievich Rundaev (Иван Васильевич Рундаев)
1119th Rifle Regiment of the 332nd Rifle Division, 4th Shock Army
Made of brass. Measures 32.08 mm in diameter, 37.39 mm in height including its eyelet and weighs 17.9 grams without its suspension.
This medal is in excellent condition with crisp details and light overall wear only. Both sides show few dings and scratches and a fair amount of the original luster is still present. The double layer steel suspension is time period to the medal and its connection ring has not been cut.
Its accompanying document is in used but decent condition with all details readable. It is dated 9 September 1944 and numbered Ц 002079
Major was also awarded the order of the Red Star and the Order for the Patriotic War 1st class (scans of the citations in the picture gallery). A global translation of the citation for his Red Star can be read below:
“Comrade Rundaev, in battles for the Soviet Motherland against the German invaders, showed courage and bravery. On October 3, 1942, in the area of Bolshoy Vasyukov, he was at the forefront of the fighting, personally engaging with the enemy and with his unit capturing a German strongpoint. On January 26, 1943, he led a counterattack in the Bolshoy Vasyukov area, storming an enemy stronghold. Despite being wounded, he continued to lead his unit and held the position until reinforcements arrived. His actions led to significant enemy casualties and the capture of important documents and weapons. His determination and command were crucial in securing the area.
His skillful leadership and personal example of courage inspired his soldiers, contributing significantly to the overall success of the mission. He fortified the captured position with strong wooden structures, creating a formidable defense line against the enemy.”
More information on Major Rundaev can be found here
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