Italian Independence Wars 1859 Adriatic Campaign Commemorative medal Historic Badge manufactured by Firmin

manufactured by Firmin

A machine woven example

An original RAF Flight Sergeant's arm rank badge

Each award in 18 mm miniature format

Alloy construction with silver plated finish

Italian Independence Wars 1859 Adriatic Campaign Commemorative medal Historic Badge manufactured by FirminAn original and scarce medal to commemorate Napoleon IIIs support for Italian unification, specifically marking the date 8 May 1859, shortly after France and Sardinia declared war on Austria. Obverse: Bust of Napoleon III facing left. Inscription: "NAPOLEONE III IMPERATORE DEI FRANCESI" (Napoleon III, Emperor of the French). Reverse: Inscription: LITALIA DEVE ESSERE LIBERA SINO ALLADRIATICO 8 MAGGIO 1859 ("Italy must be free up to the Adriatic 8 May