An Old Authentic Stalin Epoch Diploma. Issued in 1947 by the Kharkov Regional OSOAVIAKHIM Committee to the Stalinskiy S. – "For the long and active work in system of Osoaviakhim to commemorate 20th Anniversary of Society".
Size: 11 3/4" x 8" (30 x 20 cm).
Good condition - see photo for all details.
OSOAVIAKhIM - was established in 1927 Voluntary Society of Assistance to the Army, the Air Force and the Navy. It was the name of a paramilitary society of the Soviet Union. The goal of the society was preparation of reserves for armed forces. It was a powerful militarized organization, with its own aerodromes, radio clubs, parachute towers and firing ranges.