United States. A World War One Victory Medal With Naval “Mine Laying” Clasp Hold 30 mm x 144 mm

30 mm x 144 mm

It was Germany's highest military decoration at the time of its presentation to Engelbert Endrass

was eradicated in January of 1943 during the Battle of Stalingrad

Quebec on April 15

Hamilton ON

United States. A World War One Victory Medal With Naval “Mine Laying” Clasp Hold 30 mm x 144 mmIn bronze, measuring 36mm, worn on original ribbon with MINE LAYING navy clasp and pin on reverse, light wear, ribbon faded, light discoloration across obverse of medal, otherwise in extremely fine condition. Footnote: The World War I Victory Medal was established by Army and Navy General Orders in 1919, as a war service medal. The Bronze Medal was awarded to all branches of the Armed Forces in recognition of active duty during the First World War