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Gift of Mrs. J. H. K. Davis, 1959.34.45 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Battle of Verdun medal
Gift of Mrs. J. H. K. Davis, 1959.34.45 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Battle of Verdun medal

Date1914-1918
Mediumbrass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 1/8in. (2.9cm)
ClassificationsCeremonies
Credit LineGift of Mrs. J. H. K. Davis
DescriptionA brass medal token commemorating the Battle of Verdun during World War 1. There is a relief image of a soldier's head on the front. On the reverse is a relief image of a gate and two towers.
Object number1959.34.45
MarkingsRecto, engraved: "ON NE PASSE PAS"

Verso, inscribed: "VERDUN/ 21 FEVRIER/ 1916"
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