Soviet Soviet Naval "Guards" Ensign.

[Paul R]

I am really excited to find this rare Soviet Naval Ensign. The familiar orange and black striped ribbon at the base designate the unit(ship) that flew this ensign as a "Guards" unit. Pretty cool stuff. Are there any more out there?

Lets see what you have!

Also, what ships were designated as Guards units? There could not have been too many.

[Belaruski]

I can't answer your question, but I just wanted to say that's a lovely flag!

[Paul R]

Thank you very much. I am very happy with it. It just arrived the other day. It is a small piece, maybe for a patrol craft?

[Paul R]

Does anyone else come across these? If so, lets see them!

[rocketscientist]

I have recently got this one, made of wool. I think it is very recent, but I cannot see any markings or writing to help identification. I hope you'll like it.

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[JapanX]

Nice flags guys!

P.S.

Also, what ships were designated as Guards units? There could not have been too many.

Check out this short article devoted to guards naval depots during WWII

http://www.balancer.ru/forum/punbb/attachment.php?item=33701