Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Odessa 1942 United Republic of based upon the novel by

based upon the novel by Erich Maria Remarque

20 cm (w) x 21 cm (h)

the obverse lid with an inscription of “BRONZENE MILITÄR-VERDIENSTMEDAILLE” (“BRONZE MILITARY MERIT MEDAL”)

VI - Festubert

the reverse with an identical photographer’s mark with a location of “CAUCASE” (“CAUCASUS”)

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Odessa 1942 United Republic of based upon the novel by( ). Instituted in 1942. In brass, measuring 32. 3 mm (w) x 37 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, very light contact and spotting, lightly soiled original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Defence of Odessa was instituted on December 22, 1942 and awarded to all those who participated in the Defence of Odessa between August 10 and October 16 of 1942.