Award grades Croix de guerre 1939–1945 (France)



reverse of 1939–1945 war cross


mentioned in despatches

the lowest degree represented bronze star while highest degree represented bronze palm:



bronze star (étoile en bronze) had been mentioned @ regiment or brigade level.
silver star (étoile en argent), had been mentioned @ division level.
silver-gilt star (étoile en vermeil), had been mentioned @ corps level.
bronze palm (palme en bronze), had been mentioned @ army level.
silver palm (palme en argent), represents 5 bronze ones.
silver-gilt palm (palme en vermeil), had been mentioned @ free french forces level (world war ii only).

the clasps awarded gallantry member of french military or allies , are, depending on degree, equivalent u.s. bronze star , silver star or uk military cross , military medal.








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