The Soviet Union had many orders and medals that were awarded for achievements in various fields. Here are some of the most famous orders and medals of the USSR:
1. The Order of Lenin: the highest order of the USSR, awarded for special services to the state and society (was established by the Resolution of the Presidium of the Central Executive Committee (CEC) of the USSR on April 6, 1930).
2. Order of the October Revolution: awarded for outstanding achievements in the field of building socialism, science and culture.
3. Order of the Red Banner: awarded for heroism on the battlefield or achievements in the defense of the country.
4. Order of the Red Banner of Labor: awarded for achievements in the field of labor and production.
5. Order of the Heroine Mother: was established in 1944 and awarded to mothers who lost five or more children in battles for the Motherland.
6. The title Hero of Socialist Labor: awarded for outstanding achievements in production and science.
7. The title Hero of the Soviet Union: awarded for outstanding feats on the battlefield and in civilian life.
And these are just some of the many orders and medals that were in the USSR.