France, Iii Republic. A Volunteer Combatant's Cross 1914-1918 GTRexclude The Distinguished Service Cross was

The Distinguished Service Cross was awarded on September 14

It is constructed of zink

stating that he had previous service with the 3rd Regiment

light wear and crazing present on the leather sweatband

3rd Class Type III

France, Iii Republic. A Volunteer Combatant's Cross 1914-1918 GTRexclude The Distinguished Service Cross was(Croix du Combattant Volontaire 1914 1918). Instituted in 1935. In bronze, cornucopia hallmarked and marked "BR" (bronze) on the reverse, measuring 33. 8 mm (w) x 34 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Volunteer Combatant's Cross recognizes those who have volunteered to serve on the front in a combat unit during the First World War. When the 1914 1918