Product Description : 1972 Soviet Union Pioneer Communist Flame Lenin Youth 50th Anniversary Pin Badge - A pretty, communist pioneer pin badge, 2.5cm wide, made of a silver coloured metal and featuring the slogan Always Ready with a clasp style safety clasp to the rear.
This would have been worn by a Soviet Union young pioneer at the 1972 anniversary. Historical Background. The Pioneer movement was the replacement for scouting in countries that became communist states after World War 2. Some features of pioneers meetings are reminiscent of the Scout movement. The two movements share some principles like preparedness and promotion of sports and outdoor skills. The pioneer movement also includes teaching of communist principles.
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