Rare Russian medal, established by Empress Catherine II for the decoration of Praga in Warsaw in 1794.
In the period from 24.10.1794 to 4.11.1794, the Russian army, under the command of General Suvorov, captured Praga in Warsaw, distinguishing itself in the process with exceptional brutality. Many residents of Praga were murdered.
Obverse: initial of the Tsarina EII
Reverse: inscription in seven lines
ЗА / ТРУД / И / ХРАБРОСТь / ПРИ ВЗЯТьЕ / ПРАГИ / ОКТЯБРЯ 24 / 1794 Г.
Silver, dimensions 34 x 34 mm, weight 10.22 g
