Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Odessa 1942 United Republic of He flew the race in

He flew the race in his banner-towing Avro 504NS

blue would have been used for a second (silver) class medal and it is possible that the colour has changed with age

It exhibits extensive foxing on the edges of the pages

1942” (Conquering of Sevastopol 1

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Odessa 1942 United Republic of He flew the race in( ). Instituted in 1942. In brass, measuring 32. 3 mm (w) x 37 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, very light contact and spotting, lightly soiled original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Defence of Odessa was instituted on December 22, 1942 and awarded to all those who participated in the Defence of Odessa between August 10 and October 16 of 1942.