Moscow newspaper "Pravda" (The Truth), January 16, 1940

Pravda newspaper, No. 16 (8062), January 16, 1940, Tuesday
Organ of the Central Committee and MK of the VKP(b)

Honor and Glory to the Heroes!
Today we publish the Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR awarding a group of Red Army soldiers and commanders who distinguished themselves in battles against the White Finns. They demonstrated heroism, courage, military skill, and devotion to the Motherland.

Under harsh winter conditions and facing fortified enemy positions, the soldiers and commanders showed perseverance, initiative, and high combat readiness. Among those honored are battalion and platoon commanders, political officers, artillerymen, machine gunners, pilots, and infantrymen.

The Red Army continues its successful offensive on the Karelian Isthmus. The enemy is suffering heavy losses. The people proudly greet the heroism of their sons. The names of these heroes will be inscribed in history.

DECREE
of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR
on awarding the title Hero of the Soviet Union to Red Army soldiers and commanding personnel

For exemplary execution of combat tasks assigned by the command on the front in the struggle against the Finnish White Guards, and for displaying bravery and heroism, award the title Hero of the Soviet Union along with the Order of Lenin and the Gold Star medal to:

(list of 26 names exactly as above)

Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR — M. Kalinin
Secretary of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR — A. Gorkin

DECREE
of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR
on awarding the 19th Rifle Regiment the Order of the Red Banner

For exemplary execution of combat missions assigned by the command on the front in the struggle against the Finnish White Guards, and for acts of valor and courage, award the 19th Rifle Regiment the Order of the Red Banner.

Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR — M. Kalinin
Secretary of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR — A. Gorkin
Moscow, Kremlin, January 15, 1940

Summary of the battles of the “Winter War” with Finland: During January 15, in the Murmansk, Ukhtinsk and Reboly directions, recon missions and in some areas rifle, machine gun and artillery firefight. In the Petrozavodsk direction, clashes between infantry units continued.

Payment Options >>

Delivery Info >>