Soviet Navy and Naval Infantry Badges (1946-1959) |
Post-war Naval Badges This section covers some of the many badges that were awarded to members of the Soviet Navy and Naval Infantry during the post-war era. In each case we will attempt to give a full history of each badge when possible, and a general description at the very least. The selection of badges we have to view is listed below. |
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Nakhimov Navy Cadet School Graduation Badge
(1958) This badge was established in 1958 and given to all
graduates of the Nakhimov schools. It is made of brass and enamel. |
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Excellence in Service
Badges (1957) This badge was awarded to sailors for excellent service. It was made of aluminum and enamel. The Navy badge says - Excellence in VMF (Troops of Fleet). |
Works Cited (1) Borisov, V.A., НАГРУДНЫЕ ЗНАКИ СОВЕТСКИХ ВООРУЖЕННЫХ СИЛ 1918-1991, St. Petersburg: FARN, 1994. Print. (2) Stepanov, A. Encyclopedia of Soviet Militaria - Soviet Arm Badges 1920-91 (I), Moscow: Zeughaus, 1999. Print. |