France, Fifth Republic. A Battle of Camarón Centenary Commemorative Plaque Archive measures 52

measures 52

With original packet of issue

mounted to a suspension but missing its swing bar pinback

the dispersal resulted in the death toll being reduced to only six seamen

France, Fifth Republic. A Battle of Camarón Centenary Commemorative Plaque Archive measures 52Constructed of a black plastic base, the obverse bearing a two piece gilded replica of the Commemorative Medal of the Mexican Expedition, surrounded by a gilt dedication from the Foreign Legion for the centenary of the Battle of Camarn (1863 1963), the reverse insert with a suspension hook, unmarked, measuring 10. 5 cm (w) x 7. 5 cm (h), demonstrating some scratching throughout, a scarce example commemorating a pivotal battle in the history of the