Italy, Kingdom. A Campaign Medal For The Libyan Campaigns Newly Listed and a potent propaganda tool

and a potent propaganda tool

I cannot remember where he was buried but information as to this could be got from 3rd Squad

the exterior hinge cover has partially separated from the red of the liner

Defence Medal (SX25275 F

Italy, Kingdom. A Campaign Medal For The Libyan Campaigns Newly Listed and a potent propaganda tool(Medaglia commemorativa della campagne di Libia). Instituted in 1913. In silver, engraver marked "CFML" on the obverse, measuring 32. 3 mm (w) x 37. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, very light contact, on incorrect period ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted on September 6, 1913 by Royal Decree No. 1913 and awarded to soldiers and civilians who served in Libya from the peace treaty of October 18, 1912 with the