the obverse trimmed with dual bands of gold bullion wire piping
marked on the suspension ring with makers mark AB & Cie (Arthus-Bertrand)
He reverted to the rank of Sergeant at his own request on October 15th
near extremely fine to extremely fine condition with light scuffing
red enameled surround with inlaid Gold laurels
Belgium, Kingdom; France, Iv Republic. Two Awards Hold the obverse trimmed with dualIncludes: 1. Belgium, Kingdom: Air Defence Medal, II Class 1939 1945 (Mdaille de Dfense Arienne, 1re classe). Instituted in 1946. In silver, isosceles trapezium shaped, Art Deco design, illustrating a cityscape in the foreground, with the image of a large man bearing a shield in the background and protecting the city from three bomber planes flying above, measuring 35. 5 mm (w) x 38. 5 mm (h), original ribbon. 2. France, Fourth Republic: Order of