Bronze Cross (with ribbon for Flemish Soldiers, stamped "EMILE VLOORS")

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SKU: 02.BEL.0108.101.01.002

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  • Bronze Cross (with ribbon for Flemish Soldiers, stamped "EMILE VLOORS") Obverse
  • Bronze Cross (with ribbon for Flemish Soldiers, stamped "EMILE VLOORS") Reverse

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Attributes

  • Country
    Belgium
  • Composition
    Bronze/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: YSER 17-31 OCT 1914 Rev: A YSER
  • Size
    42mm
  • Version Remarks
    This ribbon was chosen as an unofficial option by many Flemish soldiers, as a means of identifying them as Dutch-speaking Belgians. This image of the Yser Cross is attributed to Medal-Medaille. For more information see: http://www.medal-medaille.com/sold/product_info.php?cPath=498_42&products_id=2072

History


The Yser Medal and the Yser Cross were awarded to members of the Belgian Armed Forces, members of Allied forces, and other foreigners in recognition of distinguished service in the Battle of the Yser (IJzer) from October 17, 1914 to October 31, 1914. It was also awarded posthumously.

The Yser Cross replaced the Yser Medal on February 5, 1934. Although the Cross is considered the official form of the award, it is estimated to be very rare because recipients were made to exchange the medal for the cross at their own expense.

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