Original Soviet Union WWII Guard’s Badge Ammunition certificate

certificate

The wood base plug has a large Broad Arrow stamp indicating British military use

The model 1871 included a locking bolt in the breech mechanism

which is still relatively sharp

The 8th and 9th Dublins took part in their first major battle during the Somme Offensive

Original Soviet Union WWII Guard’s Badge Ammunition certificateOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great example of a Soviet Guards Badge from World War II. The only flaw with this piece is the loss of enamel on the flag as shown. The badge retains its original backing which is maker marked. The badge measures roughly 2 x 1. Soviet Guards The title of Guards within the Soviet Armed Forces was first introduced on 18 September 1941, at the direction of the Headquarters of the Supreme High Command (Stavka).