Medal, Order of Liberation (1939-45)

Description
An Order of Liberation Medal (Ordre de la Liberation) 1939-45. The rectangular bronze medal features an upright sword imposed on it with the hilt laterally pierced for the suspension for the ribbon. A Cross of Lorraine, the symbol of Free France, is imposed on the sword. " PATRIAM / SERVANDO / VICTORIAM / TULIT " is marked on the reverse (In serving his country, he assured victory). The medal is attached to a green ribbon with black stripes.
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Object detail

Production place
France
Subject person
Classification
Personal Symbol/Personal Artifacts
Collection
John Houston Collection
Credit line
This medal was donated to Taranaki Museum as part of the large collection made by prominent south Taranaki lawyer John Houston.
Accession number
A74.911
Collection type
Social History
Material
Bronze
Metal
Silk
Fabric

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