WWII Soviet “Medal for the Capture of Königsberg” – Capture of Königsberg in 1945

Original WWII Soviet award booklet for the Medal “For the Capture of Königsberg” (За взятие Кенигсберга), named to Vasily Petrovich Kharlamov (Харламов Василий Петрович).

This award commemorates participation in the successful assault and capture of Königsberg, one of the final major battles on the Eastern Front. The medal was instituted on 9 June 1945 and awarded to Red Army personnel directly involved in the storming and capture of the city between 6–10 April 1945.

This booklet confirms the official awarding of the medal to Kharlamov and was issued on 27 March 1946.

Details:

• Named to Vasily Petrovich Kharlamov
• Award: Medal for the Capture of Königsberg
• Awarded: 27 March 1946
• Serial number: A No. 158747
• Original official stamp and signatures present

Condition is good overall with normal age-related wear, including minor creasing, light staining, and handling wear. The booklet remains complete, well-preserved, and fully readable.

A desirable original Soviet WWII award document connected to one of the final decisive offensives against Germany in East Prussia. An attractive piece for collectors of Soviet militaria, Eastern Front history, and researched Red Army award groups.