Algeria: Medal for the Wounded and Seriously Injured during the War of National Liberation (1954-1962)

The medal with makers mark on reverse

Awarded to Algerian nationals who were wounded in action, or seriously injured and invalided due to service during the War of National Liberation against the former French colonial regime between 1954-1962

It has been estimated that between 140000-150000 Algerians died fighting for their independence during the long running War of Liberation

The medal (Medaille de Grand Blesse, Mutile de Guerre) was instituted in 1984, and awarded retrospectively

Condition: EF

Code: 20617