USSR. Medal for Distinguished Military Service 1st class. Var. 1

The Medal “For Distinction in Military Service”  was a military decoration awarded in two classes by the Soviet Union to deserving military personnel of the Ministry of Defense, of internal troops and of border troops of the USSR. The Medal “For Distinction in Military Service” was established on October 28, 1974 by Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet. The Medal “For Distinction in Military Service” was awarded to soldiers of the Soviet Army, Navy, border and internal troops: for excellent performance in combat and political training; for special distinction in exercises and manoeuvres in combat service and combat duty; for bravery, selflessness, and other services, displayed during military service.