Description
Soviet Order of the Red Star #2257026
Awarded to Captain Mikhail Moiseevich Urin (Михаил Моисеевич Урин)
For servicing 665 combat sorties and conducting 2 combat sorties as an aerial gunner himself
Made of silver and enamels. Measures 48.52 mm in width and 46.38 mm in height. The order weighs 29.7 gram 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 original order of the Red Star is in an excellent, well above average condition. The details are mostly visible and the enamels problem free with some minor contact marks only. There have been no repairs and the screw is full length. It comes with a well fitted screwplate of a later type.
Short excerpt and translation of the research:
Капитан авиационно-тех. службы Урин Михаил Моисеевич, 1914
Awards received:
Medal for Combat Merit #7390
Medal for Combat Merit #1613016
Order of the Red Star #2257026
Order of the Red Star #2926862
Order of the Red Banner #440801
URIN Mikhail Moiseevich, born 1914
Captain of aviation technical corps
Deputy engineer of aviation squadron, 338 bomber aviation “Riga” regiment.
Jewish, Party member, in Patriotic war since February 1941.
Not wounded.
In army service since 1934.
During his service in the field forces of the Red Army, he serviced 665 combat sorties and self conducted 2 combat sorties as an aerial gunner.
During his service in the regiment, he serviced 285 combat night bombing missions, 89 special task sorties for transporting wounded and supplies. An experienced specialist. Possesses good organisation skills. He shares his extensive technical experience with his subordinates. The aviation gunnery and bombing mechanisms are maintained in exemplary condition. He is demanding towards himself and his subordinates, and enjoys the respect among the troops.
Conclusion: He is recommended for state award – order “PATRIOTIC WAR SECOND CLASS”. (downgraded to an Order of the Red Star)
Commander of 338 bomber aviation “Riga” regiment
Lt. Colonel MASLENNIKOV
18 May 1945
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