Description
Order of the Red Star #154134
Awarded to Major Nikolaj Ivanovich Bogatyrev (Николай Иванович Богатырев)
For demonstrating bravery and leadership in combat by leading his artillery troops to suppress enemy positions in Sovkhoz “Varaksino” and thus neutralizing 5 enemy positions
Made of silver and enamels. The order measures 48.29 mm in width, 46.57 mm in height and weighs 28.7 grams without its screwplate. The serial number is located at the 6 o’clock position and the mint mark on the 12 o’clock position of its reverse. This early variation has a round base ‘heel’ of the screw.
In nice, above average condition with light to medium overall wear and a medium patina to the silver on both sides. Most details are still visible although some of the features of the solder are worn off. The enamels are fully present and well preserved without chipping or repairs. The reverse is in great condition and its screwpost has not been shortened. It comes with its time period and well fitted silver screwplate.
Brief, concrete description of his feat of arms or achievements:
Comrade BOGATYREV proved him self during the combat operations as a brave and initiative commander. He was given a combat mission to suppress the enemy firing positions in the sovkhoz “Varaksino” by the fire of his artillery troops. He personally advanced together with 75mm and 45mm artillery batteries on an open firing position and delivered precise artillery fire, which suppressed 5 enemy firing positions. This effort allowed our infantry to attack and take control over the sovkhoz “Varaksino”.
The full translation of the register card can be read here
More information on Major Bogatyrev be found here
Also in the picture gallery are 3 images of Major Bogatyrev (one of which shows him wearing this Red Star) and two maps 611th Rifle Regiment in February and March 1943
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