WW1 French Croix de Guerre 1914-1918 Full Size

The WW1 French Croix de Guerre 1914-1918 Full Size is a military decoration instituted by France in 1915 to recognize acts of bravery or distinguished service in combat during the First World War. The medal is struck in bronze and measures approximately 37 mm in diameter. Its design features a Maltese cross with crossed swords between the arms, symbolizing military valor. The obverse side displays the French Republic’s profile encircled by the words “République Française.” The reverse is inscribed with the dates “1914-1918,” corresponding to the years of the conflict. Suspended from a ribbon with alternating red and green stripes, the Croix de Guerre was awarded to both individuals and units, including foreign soldiers and those in allied armies, for their contributions on the battlefield. This medal remains a significant emblem of French military history and the recognition of courage during World War I.