Italy. An 1859 War Of Independence Silver Al Valour Militarie GTRexclude Infantry Badge in silvered zinc

Infantry Badge in silvered zinc

helmet retains about 30% of its original feldgrau paint with a nice overall patina

The Battalion sailed February 23

London Gazette 30 January 1920: ‘In recognition of gallant conduct and determination displayed in escaping or attempting to escape from captivity

" McCampbell was awarded the Legion of Merit with "V" Device in the rank of Commander

Italy. An 1859 War Of Independence Silver Al Valour Militarie GTRexclude Infantry Badge in silvered zincAn example of an Italian 1859 Second War of Independence silver military valor medal; a round silver medal; the obverse with a crowned Italian coat of arms within an open ended wreath of leafy stems, circumscribed Al Valore Militare; the reverse dedicated to Boudet B. Sold within an open ended wreath of leafy stems, circumscribed Guerre D. Italie 1859; on a broad loop for suspension from its period original ribbon (sewn shut) with its ribbon bar;