" The aim of the institution of the award is to strengthen the company a positive image of those who hold to the greatness and glory of the Russian arms, military and professionals of the Russian military-industrial complex (MIC). Award " sword and Shield of the Fatherland " destined to become an integral part of the global state of the task creation and education of the citizen - patriot and statesman ", - reported in terms of the award, published on the Internet office of the newspaper " Military-industrial courier ". Award " sword and Shield of the Fatherland " is given in three categories: " for the development of a positive image of the defender of Fatherland and (or) employees of the military-industrial complex "