Russia, Soviet Union. A Lieutenant Colonel Guard Jacket Newly Listed 44 mm (h - inclusive

44 mm (h - inclusive of integral ring)

On page 200 of Angolia’s book is a photo of almost identical buckle

Footnote: The 239th Infantry Battalion was converted and re-designated as the 3rd Battalion

he was sent to France

Russia, Soviet Union. A Lieutenant Colonel Guard Jacket Newly Listed 44 mm (h - inclusiveThis jackets exterior is fabricated from olive drab wool, with a black velvet lapels affixed with a silver tank insignia. It has two Orders of the Red Star, one Order of the Patriotic War, and One USSR Guards Badge, as well as six gold buttons etched with the hammer and sickle emblem of the Communist Party on each. Shoulder boards denoting a Lieutenant Colonel ranking, with cuffs bearing a machine embroidered silver wired insignia. The interior is