French Commemorative War Medal 1939–1945 with three bars on the ribbon. This medal was established on May 21, 1946, to award military personnel and civilians who fought on the Allied side in World War II. Medal Description Medal: The cross is made of gilded bronze and has a distinctive appearance, distinguishing it from other French war crosses, such as the Croix de Guerre (War Cross). Ribbon: The ribbon is 36 mm wide, red with a central green stripe and narrow yellow stripes at the edges. Bars: Three bars are visible on the ribbon: "LIBERATION" (Liberation) - for operations to liberate Corsica or France between June 25, 1940 and May 8, 1945. "ALLEMAGNE" (Germany) — for operations on German territory between September 14, 1944 and May 8, 1945. "GUERRE 1939-1945" (War 1939-1945) — a standard bar that was sometimes used instead of or in addition to specific geographical indications. This particular combination of Claps indicates the recipient's participation in key stages of military operations on the Western Front at the end of the war. Careful Packing and Shipping from JMEDALS-Europe I'm do not Combine Shipping Good luck!