Leader of the Soviet Union (1906–1982) from 1964 until his death. DS in Russian and signed on the reverse, one page both sides, 8 x 11.5, May 17, 1945. Document awarding Major Nepomnyaschi, Shulim Froymovich, with the ‘Order of the Great Patriotic War, I Class.’ Scattered light surface creasing, uniform toning, multiple stamps and notations, and scattered, small tears along the edges, otherwise very good condition. RRAuction COA.