The Medal "For Distinction in Guarding the State Border of the USSR" was awarded to soldiers of Border Troops and other military personnel as well as to Soviet citizens for military exploits and special services displayed in the protection of the state borders of the USSR [REF].
The Medal "For Distinction in Guarding the State Border of the USSR" awarded to those killed on duty or that have died, along with their relevant award certificates, are transferred to the families for safekeeping and as a memento [REF].