The size is 6 ¼" x 4 ½", postally unused, with pre-printed special-issue postal stamp, published by the Ministry of Communications of the USSR, circulation unknown.

In excellent condition, showing only minimal corner bumps.

Ivan Chernyakhovsky (Иван Данилович Черняховский, 1907 - 1945) was the youngest-ever Soviet General of the army. For his leadership during World War II, he was awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union twice. He died on 18 February 1945 from wounds received outside Koenigsberg at age 37 while in command of the 3rd Belorussian Front.