France, Iii Republic. A Military Medal, C.1918 GTRexclude within a ribbed ring bearing

within a ribbed ring bearing an inscription of “BLUT UND EHRE” (“BLOOD AND HONOUR”)

with full-length leather neck strap

"] 8 May 1945-1947: Prisoner of war in British captivity

(Issued 1938-1945)

of Chicago

France, Iii Republic. A Military Medal, C.1918 GTRexclude within a ribbed ring bearing(Mdaille Militaire). Instituted in 1852. Type III with Uniface Trophy of Arms. In silver gilt with blue enamels, dual cornucopia hallmarked and marked with a "1" between the cornucopias on the obverse, measuring 27. 3 mm (w) x 46. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy of arms suspension, intact enamels, gilt wear evident on the obverse, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Medal is a military decoration of