Original Soviet WWII Soviet Navy Scarce Order of Ushakov, 2nd Class - Serial #12335 Category_Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The bayonet is numbered “21”

The bayonet is numbered “21” on the base and “521” on the rivet

It was developed to test the escort bomber concept for B-17 daylight bomber forces which were suffering appalling losses in their raids against German targets on the European continent

This is truly a lovely example of a rather important tool used during WWII

At 27 years of age

Original Soviet WWII Soviet Navy Scarce Order of Ushakov, 2nd Class - Serial #12335 Category_Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The bayonet is numbered “21”Original Item. Only One Available. The Order of Ushakov is a military decoration of the Russian Federation named in honour of admiral Fyodor Ushakov (17441817) who never lost a battle and was proclaimed patron saint of the Russian Navy. It is bestowed to command grade naval officers for outstanding leadership. The order was established in two classes during World War II by decision of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR of March 3, 1944.