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: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 2nd Class, or 'Silver' grade with clasp 'Transmissions'

The clasp denotes specialist qualifying service with the 'Signals' corps of the French Army

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

Condition: EF  read more

Code: 17969

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

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 3rd class with clasp 'Commissariat De L'Armee de Terre'

The clasp denotes qualifying service while serving with French Army 'Commissariat' Department

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

Condition: EF  read more

Code: 17841

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 3rd class with clasp 'Armee De L'Air'

The clasp denotes qualifying service with the French Air Force

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

Condition: EF  read more

Code: 17840

France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. 2nd class with clasp 'Train'

The clasp denotes qualifying service with the 'Logistics' (Supply and Transport) department of the French Army

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

Condition: EF  read more

Code: 17833

Japan (Kingdom): Kyoto Fire Brigade. Award of Merit. Silver & enamel breast badge

Dimensions of the badge are approx 38mm (H) x 30mm (W)

Obverse: Crossed firefighters axes and lantern, the traidtional emblems of Japanese Fire Brigades. This with spray of leaves on either side. On top is a 'Rsing Sun' emblem indicating an early issue badge when the Fire Brigade was still under the jurisdiction of the Japanese Army military police

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Code: 17811

Belgium: Medal for 'Labour', Silver class (Medaille du Travail, argent / Decoratie voor Arbeid, zilver). With bi-lingual language obverse legends (Post 1952)

The award was originally instituted on 7 November 1847 as the Industrial and Agricultural Decoration. Awarded in two classes. Gold class awards are a reward for 30 years meritorious service; Silver class awards are for 25 years service

Condition: VF  read more

Code: 17864