The Order of the Red Star — a USSR award for military merit
The Order of the Red Star was officially approved in 1930, but its history began much earlier. Since 1918, the five-pointed scarlet symbol was used by soldiers of the revolutionary army and navy. The very name of the insignia contained its purpose — to reward soldiers and officers for military exploits. The Order of the Red Star remained the most honorable award for military personnel for a long time, regardless of its official hierarchy.