Soviet M1940-42 Commissar General of the NKVD Frontier Troops

[Ed_Haynes]

The uniform.

[Ed_Haynes]

Reflecting my main interests: There are holes for two decorations on the left chest. What? There are no clear impressions.

Closeup on collar.

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And the sleeve.

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The cap.

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Close-up.

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And the interior marking.

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Comments and wisdom are welcomed.

[Guest Rick Research]

I can't make out where the holes are, in relation to one another. If one is higher than the other and the higher one is off to the shoulder side, probably a 1938 "Jubilee"Medal and a screwback Order

If they are both level with each other, probably two screwback Orders, unless they are too close together and then you get into other possibilities. Lake Khasan? Sports? Or ... ?

(I wish we knew how FEW of any of these ranks/branches existed.)

[RichieC]

I especially like the chinstrap and the date stamp on the cap. Congratulations Ed!

[Ferdinand]

If I'm not mistaking this uniform is for a Brigade Commissar (1 rhomb on the collar), the lowest general rank of the commissars.

Edited September 7, 2007 by Ferdinand

[Ed_Haynes]

Closeup on the deocration-hole region above the left pocket. Interestingly, this photo shows more detail than I can discern with the naked eye. The reverse shows a full-size screwplate for the first, but a smaller one for the second.

I am evolvoing a theory but want more expert opinions, please.