USSR Russia 1970s Hat Cap Badge Insignia SECURITY OFFICER VOKHR Obsolete

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Diameter: 2.5 Cm 

The abbreviation VOKhR was first used from 1917 to refer to troops of State Security or VeCheka (the predecessors of the KGB). There were two general categories of VOKhR: departmental (ministry) paramilitary security forces and guards at individual economic or industrial entities. Departmental security forces in particular were organised along military-style lines and were authorised to carry rifles and pistols while on duty (even being referred to as "Riflemen," at least in the Railways Ministry). While civilian (often former military), these organisations were closely regulated by the Ministry of Interior.

Badge with two pins at the back to fix it to a hat/beret.