France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction in silvered metal (magnetic) and

in silvered metal (magnetic) and textured red enamels

with “FF” inscribed in the entre

engage and destroy four enemy airplanes in aerial combat and

documents pertaining to a shooting club he was a member

upon arrival in the French theatre

France. A Medal Of French Gratitude, Gold Grade, Type I By Jules Desbois Auction in silvered metal (magnetic) and"In silver gilt, dual cornucopia hallmarked, marked ""1"" and ""ARGENT"" (silver) on the edge, engraver marked ""J. Desbois"" (Jules Desbois) on the obverse, 31. 3 mm (w) x 36. 5 mm (h), large rosette on its original ribbon, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal of French Gratitude was a French honour medal created on July 13, 1917 and solely awarded to civilians. The medal was created to express gratitude by the French