France, Iii Republic. A Colonial Medal For Maroc 1926 Auction Archive William Howard Taft (later U

William Howard Taft (later U

marked 9 carat

torpedo boats

he held the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel and it was noted that "the value of his special qualifications in all matters relating to supplies and equipment was at once recognized and he was seconded to a very important appointment with the Department of Munitions and Supply in 1940"

few are well worn old examples

France, Iii Republic. A Colonial Medal For Maroc 1926 Auction Archive William Howard Taft (later U(Mdaille Coloniale). Instituted in 1893. 1 Clasp MAROC 1925 1926. In silvered bronze, maker marked and marked "BRONZE" on the edge, measuring 25. 5 mm x 41. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, very light contact, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Colonial Medal was a French decoration created by the "loi de finances" of July 26, 1893 (Article 75), to reward "military services in the colonies, resulting from participation in