France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 3rd Class, or 'Bronze' grade with clasp 'Missions D'Operations Interieures'

The clasp denotes geographic active service while deployed on specified 'Internal' missions or operations within the French homeland. Such duties including, emergencies and support of public services during times of natural disasters, for example during forest fires, floods, storms, and in support of emergency services etc

Medal riband fitted with a two-pronged mounting pin, or '...  read more

Code: 17985

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 3rd Class, or 'Bronze' grade with 2 x clasps 'Troupes De Marine' 'Transmissions'

Both of the clasps denote qualifying service with the French Army

The 'Troupes de Marine' (the descendent corps of the former Colonial Infantry regiments) is now the French Army's spearhead overseas intervention force. The Troupes de marine are one of the "armes" (corps) of the French Army, which includes sub-units whose roles are usually associated with other corps (artillery, c...  read more

Code: 17972

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 3rd Class, or 'Bronze' grade with 2 x clasps 'Missions D'Assistance Exterieure' 'Troupes Aeroportees'

Both of the clasps denote qualifying service with the French Army, the first in recognition of deployment during 'Overseas Missions of Assistance' (for example humanitarian support, relief in places that have suffered natural disasters, etc), and for specialist skills 'as a member of the 'Airborne Forces' (the Parachutist force commonly being referred to by abbreviation TAP)

The ...  read more

Code: 17971

France: Regimental insignia Administrative Squadron of 1st Regiment of Spahis (de l'escadron d'administration et de soutien du 1er Regiment de Spahis)

Regimental insignia of the Administrative Squadron of 1st Regiment of Spahis. With makers marks 'Arthus Bertrand' on reverse complete with original hinged pin and clasp fittings

Conbdition: EF  read more

Code: 17283

France: An unattributed distinguished 'Madagascar' colonial service medal group of 3 mounted in a contemporary glazed glazed frame

- France: Military Medal (Medaille Militaire), 3rd Republic, 1870-1940 issue
- France: Madagascar Medal (2nd Expedition) 1895 (Medaille Du Madagascar 1895)
- France: Colonial Medal (la Medaille Coloniale). First type. With 1 x clapet 'Madagascar'

Note: Each of the medals with contemporary makers marks and or assay marks 'poincons'. The Medal Militaire with 'Paris Mi...  read more

Code: 17082

France: Commemorative Medal of the Great War (Medaille Commemorative 1914-1918)

The medal was awarded to all French and French Empire personnel that served during the Great War

Original silk ribbon with some fraying

Condition: VF  read more

Code: 16672

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. Second class, or 'Silver' grade, with 2 x clasps 'Aviation Legere' & 'Troupes Aeroportees'

Both of the clasps denote specialist training as a member of the French Army 'Light Aviation Corps' (light aircraft / helicopters) and as a trained Parachutist or 'Para' having served with the French Army 'Airborne Forces' (the Parachutists commonly being referred to by abbreviation TAP)

Medal riband fitted with a two-pronged mounting pin, or 'Epingle', as worn in the French styl...  read more

Code: 17964

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. Second class, or 'Silver' grade, with 2 x clasps 'F. F. A.' & 'Armee Blindee'

Both of the clasps denote service with the French Army. The first for geographic deployment as a member of the 'French Army in Germany' (the clasp is the abbreviated form of 'Forces Francaises Stationnees en Allemagne') the recipient being a trained member of the French Army 'Armoured' Corps

Note: The clasp 'Forces Francaises Stationnees en Allemagne' is subdued, and is now no lo...  read more

Code: 17962

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. Second class, or 'Silver' grade, with 2 x clasps ' GENIE' & 'Missions D'Assistance Exterieure'

The clasps denote specialist skills as a qualified 'Military Engineer' serving with the French Army Corps of Engineers, and geographic service in recognition of deployment during 'Overseas Missions of Assistance' (for example humanitarian support, providing relief in places that have suffered natural disasters, etc)

The clasp 'Missions D'Assistance Exterieure' and is now obsolete...  read more

Code: 17959