France: Cross of War 1914-1916 (Croix De Guerre 1914-1916). 'Year of Verdun', award with 2 x Citation emblems (2 x Bronze Stars) on the riband. Reverse of cross dated 1914-1916

The reverse dates on this Croix De Guerre confirm that the medal was an award made in the 'Year of Verdun' - a.k.a. 'The Meatgrinder' - and the most epic French battle of the entire Great War

- 2 x Bronze Stars = 2 x Citations at Regiment or Brigade level

The riband fitted with a two-pronged mounting pin, or 'epingle' as worn in the French style

Condition: GVF

Code: 21176