WW1 French Croix de Guerre 1914-1918 With Star Full Size

The WW1 French Croix de Guerre 1914-1918 With Star Full Size is a military decoration instituted by France in 1915. The medal was awarded to soldiers and units of the French Armed Forces, as well as allied forces, for acts of bravery in combat during the First World War. The decoration consists of a bronze cross pattée, featuring crossed swords between the arms and the inscription “1914–1918” on the obverse. The reverse displays the image of the French Republic, represented as a helmeted female figure. This version comes with a bronze star affixed to the ribbon, indicating a mention in dispatches at the regiment or brigade level. Full size measures approximately 37mm in diameter, with a multicolored ribbon in green with red stripes. The Croix de Guerre remains a notable symbol of French military history, reflecting individual acts of valor during the conflict.