Description
Order of Glory 2nd class #27245
Awarded Jr. Sergeant Andrej Fomich Yakovenko (Андрей Фомич Яковенко)
For demonstrating courage and heroism during the forced crossing of the River Spree at Rummelsburg (Berlin) on 24 April 1945, during which he eliminated 14 German troops with his personal firearm and hand grenades
Made of silver and enamels. Measures 45.82 mm in width, 48.07 mm in height and weighs 23.4 grams without its suspension. The serial number is located on top of its reverse.
In excellent, well above average condition with most gold plating present. The red enamels are present and without repairs and show some minuscule chips and dings only. The raised areas of its obverse show light wear and most details are still visible. The order comes with its time period double layer steel suspension and its connection ring has not been cut.
Brief, concrete description of his feat of arms or achievements:
On 24 April 1945, Junior Sergeant YAKOVENKO exhibited courage and heroism during forced crossing of the river Spree near the settlement Rummelsburg (Germany). He eliminated 14 German troops by the fire of his personal firearm and hand-grenades, which assisted to swift crossing of the Spree river and seizure of a bridgehead.
He deserves state award order “GLORY II CLASS”.
The full translation of the citation can be read below:
More info on Sgt. Yakovenko can be found here
Also present in the picture gallery are the combat diary of the 230th Rifle Division of April 1945 and the cover of the combat diary of the 986th Rifle Regiment
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