Russia, Soviet Union. A Scarce Voroshilov Sharpshooter Badge, II. Grade, Red Army “RKKA” Variant Republic of later renamed to 17th Aerial

later renamed to 17th Aerial Division

He also fought near Ricquebourg where he was lightly wounded on June 9

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A Reichsausstellung Schaffendes Volk badge

Russia, Soviet Union. A Scarce Voroshilov Sharpshooter Badge, II. Grade, Red Army “RKKA” Variant Republic of later renamed to 17th Aerial( ). Instituted in 1932. Constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, the obverse with a central red enameled 5 pointed Soviet star with a sharpshooter superimposed on the badge, with a red enameled banner on a circular badge inscribed with PKKA, the reverse with a threaded post and backing plate, marked with the maker mark of the Moscow Mint, measuring 53. 2 mm (w) x 45. 5 mm (l), a scarce badge in fine condition.