Commemorative Medal for Voluntary Services in Free France, Silver Cross

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SKU: 02.FRA.0200.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$45 USD

  • Silver Cross Obverse
  • Silver Cross Reverse
  • Miniature Silver Cross Obverse
  • Miniature Silver Cross Reverse

Estimated market value:

$45 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    France
  • Makers
    Monnaie de Paris
  • Composition
    Silvered Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: FRANCE LIBRE Rev: 18 JUIN 1940 8 MAI 1945
  • Size
    32x40mm

History


The Commemorative Medal for Voluntary Services in Free France was awarded to all French military, French civilians and foreigners who served in the Free French Forces prior to August 1, 1943 and in foreign territories or territories controlled under the National Committee in London prior to June 3, 1943.

Medals were not awarded after July 7, 1958. A total of 13469 Medals were awarded.

The obverse inscription translates to “Free France,” and the reverse inscription translates to “18 June 1940, 8 May 1945.”

There may be additional versions that differ in size or manufacturer, or that appear with unofficial clasps.

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