A 1958 French Medal For Operations In North Africa; Algerie Archive large size (11)

large size (11)

Flight  Major’s Collar Tab - constructed of yellow wool

Blade exhibits moderate use

as issued on June 9

500 Allied (mainly Dutch) Prisoners of War

A 1958 French Medal For Operations In North Africa; Algerie Archive large size (11)A 1958 French Medal for Operations in North Africa; Algerie ALGERIE. Bronze, engraver marked "GEORGES LEMAIRE" on the obverse, marked "BR" (bronze), hallmarked with a cornucopia and engraver marked "J. CARLIER. DEL" and "T. SCHVDIN. SVR" on the reverse, 30 mm x 46. 2 mm, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted on January 11, 1958 for award to personnel with a minimum of three months service in North Africa (Algeria, Tunisia