Cavaliers of the Order of Victory. Saprykov V.

Each order has its own story. The name of the Order “Victory”, which is dedicated to this book, says that it begins with the largest victories of the Soviet Army, won under the leadership of its outstanding military leaders on the fronts of the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. These victories are associated with the final consolidation of a radical fracture and a strong transition of strategic initiative in favor of the Red Army during the Battle of Kursk. Then they were embodied in the subsequent major offensive operations, which led to victory over fascist Germany.

The book widely discusses the history of victorious awards especially in Russia, shows how the Order of Victory was created, all its cavaliers are thoroughly represented in it, on the basis of the largest strategic operations, battles and historical facts is revealed, beyond That they were awarded the highest Soviet military award, the fate of each order is considered, it is shown where each of them is stored and how to get acquainted with this unique award. The reader will present a story, and with some intrigue of these unusual orders that have developed around some of these unusual orders. Orders.

The publication is designed for all those interested in the history of the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945, the contribution of outstanding commanders to a great victory.