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This is an ORIGINAL!!! Soviet medal for Defense of Kiev. It was established by Decrees of the Presidium of the USSR Supreme Soviets on June 21, 1961. The medals was made out of brass. These medals were awarded to all servicemen of the Soviet Army, Navy, Ministry of Internal Affairs, and citizens who took part in the defense of Kiev. The Defense of Kiev from July 7, 1941 until September 26, 1941 was the greatest defensive operation of the Soviet Army during the Great Patriotic War. On July 11, 1941, German troops advanced to the Irpen river, which is located 15-20 km. West of Kiev. The Irpen became the defensive line for over 2 1/2 months. 200,000 volunteers joined Soviet Army divisions in repelling attacks that included more than 40 enemy divisions including 10 tank divisions. Despite heroic resistance, Soviet troops withdrew on September 20, 1941, due to superior numbers of the enemy. under 100,000 medals were issued.
