The Belgian Croix de Guerre was established in 1915 with the same criteria as the French Croix de Guerre. It was awarded to all soldiers of all ranks who were mentioned in dispatches for individual feats of heroism.
Display Status
This object is on display in Pre-1920 Aviation at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Belgium
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Owner
Rear Admiral Edwin C. Parsons, 1892 - 1968
Physical Description
Bronze cross with crossed swords; medal surmounted by Belgian crown; Obverse: center disk, relief of rampant Lion; Reverse: inscription "A"; red and green striped silk ribbon.
Dimensions
3-D: 3.8 x 1.3 x 10.2cm (1 1/2 x 1/2 x 4 in.)
Materials
Medal: Bronze
Ribbon: Silk
Inventory Number
A19772575000
Credit Line
Donated by Mrs. Edwin C. Parsons
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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