France. A Verdun Medal 1916, Type Iii By Aguier United Republic of In addition to this

In addition to this

On August 17

named to "P/O John A

(This was in an era before hurricanes were given names)

early fine quality issue

France. A Verdun Medal 1916, Type Iii By Aguier United Republic of In addition to thisIn bronze, engraver marked ""A. AGUIER"" on the obverse, 31 mm, original ribbon, spotting, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Verdun Commemorative Medal was created on November 20, 1916 by the Municipal Council of Verdun, to commemorate the heroism of its defenders. Originally intended to be awarded to those who served on the Verdun front between February 21, 1916 and November 2, 1916, the medal was also awarded to those who served anywhere on the