Infantry Reserve Long Service Medal (1913-1918)

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SKU: 02.BAD.0110.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$50 USD

  • Infantry Reserve Long Service Medal (1913-1918) Obverse
  • Infantry Reserve Long Service Medal (1913-1918) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$50 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Tombac
  • Inscription
    Obv: F Rev: FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER KASERNE UND LANDWEHR
  • Size
    25mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A circular medal constructed of tombac. The obverse bears the royal monogram of Grand Duke Friedrich encompassed by a laurel wreath. The reverse bears the inscription "FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER KASERNE UND LANDWEHR" (for loyal services in the barracks and homeland militia). On a loop for suspension on a red and yellow striped ribbon. Weighing 8 grams.

History


The Infantry Reserve Long Service Medal (1913-1918) was founded by Grand Duke Friedrich I. It was conferred upon reserve Non-Commissioned Officers and enlisted men to recognize exceptional service within a campaign, or for serving on active duty for a minimum of 3 months.

The medal was the second form of the decoration, and recipients could trade in the bar for a medal.

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