Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross Russian Documents Books It is marked on both

It is marked on both lock plates with HOWELL GANO & Co

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UNSCREW HORN

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an artillery company provided volunteers to serve as cannoneers on Commodore Perry's fleet

Original U.S. WWI Scarce French-Made 1st Type Distinguished Service Cross Russian Documents Books It is marked on bothOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an extremely scarce Distinguished Service Cross or DSC manufactured in France after the end of the First World War and into the 1920s. The DSC was authorized by Congress on July 9th, 1918, to be awarded for soldiers who display extraordinary heroism in combat with an armed enemy force. These French made examples are highly sought after due to their unique design & scarcity. The medal retains its original