Italy, Kingdom. A First War Victory Medal Archive Although Bessette was engaged for

Although Bessette was engaged for service until February 28

extremely fine with some discolouration

inscribed “Für Verdienst” (German - For Merit) in raised lettering

they endured the demands and discomforts of both occupations yet remained isolated from such benefits as might accrue from belonging to the "established" body of either Service

and others from Russian front

Italy, Kingdom. A First War Victory Medal Archive Although Bessette was engaged for(Medaglia commemorativa della vittoria). Instituted in 1920. In bronze, engraver marked "Orsolini MOD." and maker marked "F. M. LORIOLI & CASTELLI MILANO" on the obverse, measuring 36. 2 mm (w) x 41. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, contact marks, surface wear, frayed original ribbon, very fine.