Order of Labor Glory

The Order of Labor Glory (Russian: "Орден Трудовой Славы") was a Soviet civilian award created on 18 January, 1974 by the decision of the Praesidium of Supreme Soviet of the USSR. Closely modeled on the Order of Glory, it was meant to be its civilian counterpart, awarded for exceptional labor achievements. In the same way as the Order of Glory, it was divided in three classes (the highest being the 1st class), with a person initially received the third degree, and subsequently promoted to higher degrees for further achievements. It also gave a certain number of material benefits to their owners, such as pension raises or free travel in city transports.

As of 1991, the following number of awards were made:
* 1st class - 952
* 2nd class - 50,000+
* 3rd class - 650,000+

Medals and ribbons

References

* Great Soviet Encyclopedia, entry on "USSR Orders"
* Decision of the Praesidium of Supreme Soviet of the USSR, dated 18 January 1974, compiled in "Collection of legistlative acts related to State Awards of the USSR", M. Izvestia, 1984.