Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross 81mm Mortar Most of the defendants were

Most of the defendants were also charged with war crimes and crimes against humanity

though for some reason some of the map reference numbers in the corners were blacked out

DAY OR NIGHT and CUSTOMS 1849

1851 1855 1862 1867

but with no retailer mark on the top strap

Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross 81mm Mortar Most of the defendants wereOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an extremely scarce Distinguished Service Cross or DSC manufactured in France after the end of the First World War and into the 1920s. The DSC was authorized by Congress on July 9th, 1918, to be awarded for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. These French made examples are highly sought after due to their unique design & scarcity. The medal retains its original