French Military Medal - Combatants Cross of Europe.

An item of insignia worn by former European Combat veterans - including former foes and allies - of European Union States, including member veterans from the United Kingdom. Basic award criteria being that the holder had to be a holder of a combat service medal, or otherwise holding certification of proof of combat service

The European Confederation of Former Combatants was formally recognized by the French government on April 19, 1962 and is recognized by the Council of Europe in a consultative role. Its aim is to strengthen links between both former allies and enemies in Europe, to foster peace, security, co-operation and friendship and to defend human rights. During the height of the Cold War, it acted as a point of contact between the opposing sides and was among the leading proponents of the Helsinki Accords. In recent years, it has worked to ease the path of the former Soviet bloc countries into a united Europe

A gilt and enamel item of insignia. Comes with original certificate of ownership.