This section covers one of the many badges that were awarded to members of the Russian Army.  Navy and Air Force badges are covered in another section.  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.

• Guards Badge (1994)
• Soldier-Sportsman Badges (1995)
• Officer Specialist Badges (1994)
• Enlisted Specialist Badges (1994)

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Awards of the Russian Federation

Guards Badge (1994) (1)

This badge was established in 1994 and was worn by members of formations designated as "Guards" units.  It is a screwback badge made of aluminum and paint.  Its quality is similar to the late Soviet era Guards badge which it replaced. 

The writing above the image of St. George slaying the dragon says "Gaurds" while below says "Russia".  It measures 43mm tall by 33mm across.

Soldier-Sportsman Badges (1995) (1)

These badges were established in 1995 and awarded to soldiers for excellence in physical conditioning and sports activities.  They replaced the earlier 1964 pattern Soviet badges which had been worn well into 1994.  Like their Soviet counterparts, they came in three classes and was worn by both soldiers, airmen, and sailors.  They are screw back badges made of aluminum and colored enamel.