War Cross
Croix de Guerre, (French: “War Cross”), French military decoration created in 1915 and 1939 to reward feats of bravery, either by individuals or groups, in the course of the two World Wars.
What is the rarest war Medal?
The Victoria Cross is the ‘holy grail’ for medal collectors because there are only 1,357 in existence. Bearing the inscription ‘For valour’ and known as a VC, this medal was first awarded for ‘conspicuous bravery’ in 1856 and later backdated to the Crimean war of 1854.
Who was awarded the Croix de Guerre in WW2?
Dorothie Feilding, a British volunteer nurse awarded the Croix de guerre for bravery in the field. George L. Fox, awarded the Croix de guerre for his service on the Western Front. He was also one of the Four Chaplains who gave their lives when the troopships USAT Dorchester was hit by a torpedo and sank on February 3, 1943, during World War II.
Who was awarded the Croix de Guerre at Belleau Wood?
Awarded the Croix de Guerre for heroism at Belleau Wood Laurence Stallings, American writer. Donald Swartout, American, Jackson, Michigan, awarded French Croix de Guerre by Marshal of France Petain, for carrying important messages under machine gun fire on September 1, 1918 between Juvigny and Terny Sorny
What is the Croix de Guerre with Silver Star citation?
Degree of Award: Croix de Guerre with silver star Citation: “From 30 August to 2 September 1918, at the farm of Juvigny, he served as liaison agent between the advanced reconnoitering detachment and the company post of command. He made several trips through a violent enemy fire of infantry and machine guns, displaying great bravery and zeal.
Does the Croix de guerre show up on military records?
In the United States military, the Croix de Guerre was accepted as a foreign decoration. It remains one of the more difficult foreign awards to verify entitlement. The Croix de Guerre unit and individual award were often presented with original orders only and rarely entered into a permanent service record.
