Commemorative Medal “Georgy Zhukov. 1896-1996”

Description

This commemorative medal, “Georgy Zhukov. 1896-1996,” was issued to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Marshal of the Soviet Union Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov, one of the most distinguished military commanders of the Second World War. The medal belonged to M. Dalbayev. The obverse features a raised portrait of Zhukov in military uniform with his marshal’s insignia and decorations. The inscription “GEORGY ZHUKOV” appears around the upper edge, while laurel branches symbolizing military glory, honor, and victory decorate the lower part. The medal is suspended from a pentagonal mount covered with a red moiré ribbon featuring black and orange stripes reminiscent of the St. George ribbon. The object is of historical and memorial significance as a tribute to one of the most celebrated military leaders of the Great Patriotic War and a symbol of remembrance for his contribution to victory.