Commendation by the City of Newton, July 12, 2010, where Nicholas Burlak (M. J. Nicholas) lives. From left: John MacGillivray, Veterans’ Agent for Newton, Alderwoman Ruthanne Fuller, Nicholas Burlak (M J Nicholas), U. S. Congressman Rep. Barney Frank
Pocket watch that was presented as a gift with the commendation from Russian President Medvedev in 2010. A gold watch with a depiction of St. George slaying the dragon is a traditional award given to a soldier for bravery.
