France: National Defence Medal (Medaille de la Defense Nationale). Paris Mint model. Second class, or 'Silver' grade, with 2 x clasps 'F. F. A.' & 'Armee Blindee'

Both of the clasps denote service with the French Army. The first for geographic deployment as a member of the 'French Army in Germany' (the clasp is the abbreviated form of 'Forces Francaises Stationnees en Allemagne') the recipient being a trained member of the French Army 'Armoured' Corps Note: The clasp 'Forces Francaises Stationnees en Allemagne' is subdued, and is now no longer awarded Medal riband fitted with a two-pronged mounting pin, or 'Epingle', as worn in the French style Condition: EF