Great Encyclopedia. Orders, medals, and honorary badges of Russia

Orders, medals, award signs are the history of the country captured in metal. Indeed, it is precisely the insignia in each state that the most important events and anniversary dates are noted, the best qualities of citizens are praised and the priorities of the authorities are demonstrated.
The pages of this book tells how the award system of the Russian state from the time of Peter the Great and to the present day has arisen and developed. Each sample is accompanied by vivid illustrations, a detailed description and information about the conditions of awarding, as well as a historical certificate explaining in what realities and why this or that award was established. This publication will help you not only understand the insignia of Russia, but will also allow you to deeply study the history of your country