France: Colonial Medal (Medaille Coloniale). 2nd type 'France Libre' London made variant, with uni-face wreath suspension & 2 x clasps (agrafes) 'Erythree' & 'Libye'

The medal is of the second type with uniface wreath suspension. With clear J.R.G. (John R. Gaunt of London) signature on base of reverse, denoting a Free French medal issue struck in London England, during the war years 1940-1945

Both clasps on the silk medal riband are by the Parisian medal maker 'Arthus Bertrand'

Erythree: Instituted in London on 26 March 1942, and awarded for service with the Free French Forces that fought the Italians in Eritrea during 1941

Libye: The clasp was instituted on 26 March 1942. Awarded for active service with the Free French Forces that fought against the Axis enemy (German 'Afrika Korps' & Italians) in Libya - the Western Desert - between 1940-1942

The medal and clasps represent service with the Free French Forces during the Second World War

Condition: About EF

Code: 22957