Military ranks of the KGB (1955–1991)

After the Armed forces' ranks and rank insignia of the Soviet Armed Forces between 1955 and 1991 were reorganized after the death of Stalin, The KGB, along with its branches, the MVD, and the Border Troops, underwent the same reorganization of ranks, completely removing the regimental numbering of 1943-1955. == Changes to distinction insignia == === Shoulder straps to field use === In December 1956 the colored border piping on officers' shoulder straps was changed.

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