|
|
(1988-1991) |
|
|
|
(1988-1991) |
|
| This section covers some of the many badges that were awarded to members of the Soviet Air Force during the late Soviet period. In each case we will attempt to give a full history of each badge when possible, and a general description at the very least. The selection of badges we have to view is listed below. |
|
By the late 1980's the quality of the honored guards badge had declined. It was no longer manufactured out of brass and enamel, but out of aluminum and paint. It was worn by all members of a unit within a Guards division. Guards badges (and divisions) were created in 1942 during the Great Patriotic War. They were divisions who distinguished themselves in battle. Since then other units (usually airborne) have been awarded Guards status. |
|
|
These badges were awarded to officers based on their proficiency, skill, and conduct. From what I have been told, the first two badges (class 3 and 2) were relatively easy to obtain, but the first class and master badges were much harder to earn as the requirements became more difficult. These badges came from a variety of factories in the Soviet Union and because of this standardization was a problem. These badges are made of brass and enamel. The tank in the center is painted (poorly on some examples). | |
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
Enlisted Qualification Badges - 1989 Type These are the later form of the badges first introduced in 1968. They were awarded to enlisted men based on their skill and conduct. The badges of the late 80's were almost identical in appearance to the earlier versions, but were made of aluminum and paint. The decline in quality was typical of many late period Soviet badges. They are all pin-back badges. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Badges for service beyond the mandatory two year conscription period were authorized in 1957. Early versions were made of brass and enamel, but many of those made during the 1980's were made of painted aluminum. A marker denoting how many years of faithful extended service could be attached to the hangers below the badge itself. This badge is a pin back type. |
|
|
These badges were established in 1964 and awarded to soldiers for excellence in physical conditioning and sports activities. It came in three classes and was worn by both soldiers, airmen, and sailors. They are screwback badges made of aluminum, white paint, and colored enamel. |
||
| First Class Badge | Second Class Badge | Third Class Badge |
|
|
|
|
