Standard bearer (Soviet)

Description

Soviet flag-bearing soldiers held symbolic and ceremonial roles during the Second World War, particularly in major offensives and propaganda efforts. While not typically part of frontline combat units, these soldiers were often selected from elite or politically reliable formations to carry the Red Banner—a powerful emblem of Soviet ideology and unity.

Their presence was especially prominent during victory parades, morale-boosting events, and staged moments such as the iconic raising of the Soviet flag over the Reichstag on 2 May 1945. This event, immortalised in a photograph by Yevgeny Khaldei, became a defining image of Soviet triumph over Nazi Germany. The act of raising the flag was both a literal and symbolic conquest, often involving staged or reenacted scenes for propaganda purposes.

Flag bearers were sometimes accompanied by guards or fellow soldiers and were expected to uphold the honour of the Soviet state, even under fire. Their role blended patriotism, theatre, and political messaging.

***NOTE – The flagpole on this model is particularly fragile and may require replacing with wire***

• Country/Army: Soviet
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Painted by: MarDav Miniatures and FroggyPaints
• Original Designer: RKX Miniatures
• All models are produced under license with the original designer.
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
• Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.