Women In The Soviet Union -- Anna Kutepova among her children and grandchildren. Her son Alexei was killed in the war against the Nazis. Motherhood is something noble In the Soviet Union The Government has instituted the title of "Mother Heroine for women who have brought up ten or more children. Mothers of large families are awarded special orders and medals. Only the Soviet Government was able to truly appraise the supreme assiduity of the women, Anna Kutepova is holder of the Order "Mother Heroine" She is a real hero: her husband died 17 years ago, leaving 4 sons and 6 daughters on her hands. And she brought them all up and paved their way in life! June 11, 1948. (Photo by Pictorial Press).