French Commemorative War Medal 1914–1918 (Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1914–1918)
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Original French Commemorative War Medal 1914–1918 (Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1914–1918). The Commemorative War Medal 1914–1918 is an official French decoration established by law on 23 June 1920, awarded to military personnel and qualifying civilians who served during the First World War.
It recognizes participation in the conflict between 2 August 1914 and 11 November 1918, regardless of length of mobilization.
Design & Characteristics
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Material: Bronze
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Diameter: approx. 33 mm
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Designer: Pierre-Alexandre Morlon (selected from 73 proposals)
Obverse:
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Profile of Minerva, symbolizing France
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Wearing a 1915-style helmet
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Crowned with laurel leaves and holding a sword
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Surrounded by oak and bay leaves at the suspension
Reverse:
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Inscription:
“GRANDE GUERRE 1914–1918” -
Encircled by:
“RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE”
Condition: As seen in the images.
A classic and widely collected First World War medal, representing the full spectrum of service in wartime France, from front-line soldiers to civilian contributors.
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Original French Commemorative War Medal 1914–1918 (Médaille commémorative de la guerre 1914–1918). The Commemorative War Medal 1914–1918 is an official French decoration established by law on 23 June 1920, awarded to military personnel and qualifying civilians who served during the First World War.
It recognizes participation in the conflict between 2 August 1914 and 11 November 1918, regardless of length of mobilization.
Design & Characteristics
-
Material: Bronze
-
Diameter: approx. 33 mm
-
Designer: Pierre-Alexandre Morlon (selected from 73 proposals)
Obverse:
-
Profile of Minerva, symbolizing France
-
Wearing a 1915-style helmet
-
Crowned with laurel leaves and holding a sword
-
Surrounded by oak and bay leaves at the suspension
Reverse:
-
Inscription:
“GRANDE GUERRE 1914–1918” -
Encircled by:
“RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE”
Condition: As seen in the images.
A classic and widely collected First World War medal, representing the full spectrum of service in wartime France, from front-line soldiers to civilian contributors.
