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medal [Battle of Verdun], 1918

 Item
Identifier: Item 18:1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The collection is primarily composed of paper materials, including correspondence, legal papers, and publications. Other materials include artifacts, certificates, news clippings, photographs, and audio-visual materials. The Hugh Lynn Cayce series comprises the majority of the collection.

Dates

  • Other: 1918

Creator

Extent

From the Collection: 45.8 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Physical Description

metal, textile

This medal was designed by artist Seraphin Vernier at the close of the First World War. It was given to anyone who served in the Argonne and St. Mihiel sectors between July 31, 1914 and November 11, 1918. The front depicts Marianne, the French symbol of victory. The reverse depicts the Porte Chaussee in the French city of Verdun.

Dimensions

1.5 in W x 2.5 in H

Repository Details

Part of the The Edgar Cayce Foundation Repository

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