Germany, Republic. A Lappland Shield, 1957 Version United Republic of maker marked “Tautenhayn” on obverse

maker marked “Tautenhayn” on obverse

1956 by the Council of the town of Gembloux on the recommendation of the Franco-Belgian Committee entrusted with commemorating the fierce fighting in the region in May 1940 against the invading German army

measuring 54 mm (w) x 84 mm (h - inclusive of swivel crown

George V bareheaded bust in Field Marshal’s uniform swivel suspension

The medal itself was awarded to all Naval officers who participated in the Naval Battle of Chesme (Tchesme)

Germany, Republic. A Lappland Shield, 1957 Version United Republic of maker marked “Tautenhayn” on obverse(Lapplandschild). A bronze shield with a flat top and rounded bottom that incorporates an eagle at the top, directly below is written LAPPLAND and beneath it appears a map of the region, attached to a blue grey wool backer with three prongs, measuring 45 mm (w) x 74 mm (h), and in extremely fine condition.