Commemorative Badge “Patriotic War”

Description

This exhibit is a commemorative badge issued in 1970 to honor the victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. The badge consists of two sections connected by a metal ring. The upper suspension bar is designed as a red enamel shield bearing the inscription “1941-1945,” separated by a five-pointed star and decorated with stylized laurel branches along its lower edge. The main section features a large five-pointed star with a relief image of a Soviet soldier holding a sword in his right hand and carrying a child in his left arm, symbolizing the liberation and protection of civilians. The central white medallion bears the inscription “Patriotic War.” This badge is a significant Soviet commemorative artifact reflecting the remembrance of the Second World War and the tradition of honoring the courage and sacrifice of its participants.