France, Republic. A Military Medal with Eagle Suspension Buy Now Infantry Division) insignia

Infantry Division) insignia

with the inscription VIRTUD HONOR VALOR and MN in the center

Henry Pownall and John Tamplin

First Class Cross (as marked inside of the case)

(a) Order of Naval Merit with White Distinction (Special Service)

France, Republic. A Military Medal with Eagle Suspension Buy Now Infantry Division) insigniaInstituted January 22, 1852. In silver gilt and enamels, a round medal featuring the profile of napoleon with a blue enamel ring, the reverse center is inscribed VALEUR ET DISCIPLINE, an eagle suspension, measures 26. 3 mm (w) x 46. 1 mm (h), marked with a boars head on the eagles wing denoting French manufacture, worn on original yellow and green ribbon, heavy gilt loss and light wear, remains in very fine condition.