France, Republic. A Croix De Guerre, C1914-1918 certificate_of_authenticity 58x85mm (including suspension)

58x85mm (including suspension)

at Chippawa

After extensive overhauling

then posted to the 5th Canadian Infantry Brigade Headquarters as a Staff Learner

France, Republic. A Croix De Guerre, C1914-1918 certificate_of_authenticity 58x85mm (including suspension)In bronze, "1914 1918" reverse, measuring 37 mm (w) x 46. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its ball suspension, bronze star on its original ribbon, small dent on the dated centrepiece on the reverse, green oxidation and spotting on both sides, very fine. Accompanied by its 37. 5 mm (w) x 9. 5 mm (h) Ribbon Bar with pinback. Footnote: The Croix de Guerre is a military decoration of France. It was first created in 1915 and consists of a square cross medal on two