Miniature circular silvered white metal medal with loop for ribbon suspension; the face with a map of Europe with four arrows emanating from a central point; the reverse inscribed ‘MEDAILLE D’EUROPE’ within a stylised laurel wreath border; diameter 17.09mm (0.67 inch); on original ribbon.
The Federation was created in 1968 with the aim of ‘maintaining the camaraderie and friendly relationships which were formed in combat, between former allied combatants, resistance members and deportees’.
The Medal was awarded for services in furthering peace in Europe. It is not often found, especially in miniature.
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