Russia Post released a set of 4 stamps in the series "Cities of labor valor" on 9th September 2021 depicting Ekaterinburg. Monument to the Ural Volunteer Tank Corps, Novosibirsk. Memorial of Glory to the Home front workers 1941-1945, Samara - The Il-2 attack aircraft and Chelyabinsk. Monument to tankers-volunteers.
The City of Labor Valor is an honorary title of the Russian Federation established by the federal law of March 1, 2020 "in order to perpetuate the feat of home front workers during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945". It is awarded to cities of the Russian Federation whose residents " made a significant contribution to achieving Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945, ensuring uninterrupted production of military and civilian products at industrial enterprises located on the territory of the city, and at the same time showing mass labor heroism and dedication."
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