Vladimir Lastochkin (1959-1995) was a criminal investigator of a special rapid response department of the Main Department for Security of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, a major of police.
By the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of August 1, 1996, Major Vladimir Lastochkin was awarded the title of Hero of the Russian Federation (posthumously) for courage and heroism displayed on the performance of a special mission.
The postage stamp provides a portrait of Hero of the Russian Federation V. Lastochkin, a combat scene and the Gold Star medal.
| Paper |
Printing method |
Perforation |
Format of the stamp |
Edition |
| Chalk surfaced |
Offset + security system |
Comb 12¼:12 |
42 × 30 mm |
50 thousand stamps |