(thing) by --OutpostMir-- Thu Sep 21 2000 at 0:24:50
The city of Leningrad was under siege for an about 2 years and over 2 million died defending the city from the Germans. Instituted on December 22, 1942, this medal was awarded to those who helped save the City of Lenin.

Consists of a gold disk with triumphant Soviet soldiers securing the city marching through, hanging from a white and green ribbon.

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