France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction India 1939-45

India 1939-45

1944 he was hospitalized

He was then placed with the Canadian Labour Pool on December 7

upon arrival in the French theatre

in silvered metal (magnetic) and textured red enamels

France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction India 1939-45"In silver gilt, dual cornucopia hallmarked, marked ""1"" and ""ARGENT"" (silver) on the edge, engraver marked ""J. Desbois"" (Jules Desbois) on the obverse, 31. 3 mm (w) x 36. 5 mm (h), large rosette on its original ribbon, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal of French Gratitude was a French honour medal created on July 13, 1917 and solely awarded to civilians. The medal was created to express gratitude by the French