Russia (Soviet Union): Capture of Berlin Medal 1945

The medal for the 'Capture of Berlin' was established by the Soviet Union, on, 9 June 1945, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. The medal's statute was amended on, 18 July 1980, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR № 2523-X The medal was awarded to Soviet personnel of the Red Army (including Air Force), Navy, and troops of the NKVD, who were participants in the assault and capture of Berlin, and also as an award to the staff, organisers and commanders who directed and or led combat operations that resulted in the capture of the city It is estimated that 1100000 medals were issued The medal mounted on a contemporary pentagonal metal plate in the traditional Russian style, complete with reverse pin and clasp fittings, as issued Condition: About EF