Description
Order of the Patriotic War 2nd class #47430
Awarded to Captain Nikolaj Konstantinovich Kopylov (Николай Константинович Копылов)
For exhibiting courage and bravery in he battle for Kalinkovichi [Belarus] during which he established proper command chain for mortar support despite intensive enemy artillery fire
Made of solid silver, gold and enamels. The order weighs 25.9 grams without its screwplate and measures 44.46 mm in width and 46.68 mm in height. This early screwback order is produced by the Krasnokamsky Mint (KMD). The minimum known serial number for this variation is 34787 and the maximum is 71998.
In excellent condition considering it is an early screwback award. Its details are crisp and the edges of the raised hammer and sickle are well defined. The red and white enamels are problem free without repairs and shows some dings and scratches only. The extremely long screw of the order has not been shortened but is slightly bent on top. Its original and silver screwplate fits perfectly well despite of this.
Brief and specific description of the personal feat or merits:
He is devoted to the cause of the Lenin-Stalin party and the Socialist Motherland. Participating in combat engagements against the German invaders, he proved himself as an exceptionally steadfast, brave, and courageous political officer, who can always ensure achievement of combat objectives. Comrade KOPYLOV participated in the battle or the town Kalinkovichi. During the whole combat operation, he was present among the combat troops and on the forward observation posts of the batteries. On 13.01.1944, comrade KOPYLOV received an order to liaison with the rifle units and establish proper command chain for mortar support. Despite intensive enemy artillery fire, comrade KOPYLOV executed his assignment. Comrade KOPYLOV’s political activities and work, ensured that the Communists are the leaders among the troops. Despite exceptionally hard combat situations, he managed to organise and admit to the Communist ranks 25 new members. For exhibited courage and bravery in he battle for Kalinkovichi, comrade KOPYLOV Nikolaj Konstantinovich deserves order “PATRIOTIC WAR II CLASS”.
The full translation of the research can be found below:
More info on Captain Kopylov can be found here
Kopylov was declared KIA on 31-12-1944 as a result of his wounds and buried in Latvia. The record of this can be found in the picture galley as well as some documentation and images of the grave site.
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