Description
Order of the Red Star #800427
Awarded to Vladimir Abramovich Yarosh (Владимир Абрамович Ярош)
Awarded for significantly contributing to the successful destruction of the Vitebsk enemy group during the offensive near Bogushevsk on 26th-27th June 1944. As the division’s communications officer, he ensured reliable communication between the division headquarters and the regiments by opening communication points in several villages and transmitting crucial order
Made of silver and enamels. Measures 49.20 mm in width, 48.05 mm in height and weighs 30.2 grams without its screwplate. The mint mark is located above, and the serial number underneath the screw post.
This order is in excellent, well above average condition with most details visible and light to medium wear to the raised parts. The enamels are beautiful and well preserved and show some contact marks and scratches only. Its screw has not been shortened and the well fitting screwplate is time period to the order.
Brief, specific, and clear statement of the personal combat feat or merit:
During the offensive operations near Bogushevsk on 26th and 27th June 1944 to destroy the Vitebsk group of the enemy, as the commanding communications officer of the division, Comrade Yarosh, ensured the most reliable communication of the division headquarters with the regiments and battalions. By timely opening communication points in the villages of Bogushevsk, Mtsino, Korotki, Redbor, Turovki, and Osovye, he repeatedly transmitted timely orders from the division commander, contributing significantly to the successful execution of combat orders to destroy the Vitebsk enemy group. For exemplary execution of orders and personal participation in battles, he is deserving of the government award of the Order of the Red Star.
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