An 1870-71 Franco Prussian War Medal Bar Newly Listed Footnote: A similar buckle is

Footnote: A similar buckle is illustrated on page 578 of "Belt Buckles & Brocades of the Third Reich

a coveted souvenir that was proudly shown off at home)

With one strap still secured

Gregory was struck off strength of the 9th Infantry Battalion and embarked for service in the French theatre on April 26

later being discharged on September 25th

An 1870-71 Franco Prussian War Medal Bar Newly Listed Footnote: A similar buckle isMounted for wear as originally worn, with original ribbons on metal bar: Order of the Red Eagle 4th Class, early issue with smooth arms c. 1870 71; the Franco Prussian War Medal 1870 1871 with the Gravelotte St. Privat, Metz, Villiers, and Paris bars; the Koniggratz Cross 1866, with combatant ribbon; the Wilhelm Centenary Medal 1897. All medals remain in very fine condition showing lovely patina.