More daily reality snacks at: ****** Source www.1ntv.ru The St. George ribbon was Tsarist Russia’s top military award, the St. George Order, including the Saint George Cross and the Saint George Medal (the former given only to soldiers). With the inscription For Service and Bravery, they were highly cherished in imperial Russia. Forgotten in post-revolutionary Russia, the colours were restored during the Great Patriotic War for the Soviet Military Guard or units that showed exceptional heroism. They were again revived under their authentic name several years ago as a symbol of Russian military valor, but above all to commemorate the Soviet people’s victory in World War II. Two weeks prior to Victory Day, celebrated in Russia on May 9, volunteers begin to distribute them in a nation-wide ritual. Many Russians wear them proudly throughout the year.