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Jubilee medals for Victory in the Great Patriotic War
The Jubilee medals for “Victory in the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945” are state commemorative medals issued by the Soviet (Russian) government to commemorate victory over Nazi Germany. The Russians referred to the Second World War as the Great Patriotic War. As well as Russian troops, partisans, and home front workers, British and Canadian veterans who took part in the Russian (or Arctic) Convoys also qualified for the award. Initially awarded to mark the 40th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, they were also issued for the 50th anniversary and every subsequent five years. The 40th and 50th anniversary medals were authorised for wear in 1994.
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Soviet 40th Anniversary Medal
This medal was issued by the Russian (Soviet) government in 1985 to commemorate victory over Nazi Germany in 1945. Although primarily awarded to Russian citizens, it was also awarded to Commonwealth veterans (including Merchant Navy) who took part in the Arctic Convoys delivering essential supplies to the Soviet Union during the Second World War. For this reason it is sometimes referred to as the Russian Convoy medal.