M. Alexander Bogomolov, Soviet Representative, Presents The 'Order Of Kutozov' 2nd Class, Russia'S Highest Military Award, To U.S. Army Lieutenant-General Ira C. Eaker In Italy. The Order of Kutuzov is a Soviet military decoration to reward senior officers of the Red Army or foeign allies for skillful avoidance of enemy attacks and successful counter attacks. The Order of Kutuzov was established in three classes: 1st class, 2nd class, and 3rd class. General Ivan Galanin who distinguished himself during the Battle of Stalingrad became the first recipient of the Order 1st class. During World War II, 669 Orders of Kutuzov 1st class were awarded. The Order 2nd class was awarded to 3,325 corps, division, and brigade commanders. The Order 3rd class was awarded to regimental commanders, their chiefs of staff, battalion and company commanders. 3,328 3rd class orders were awarded.Source :
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