Description: Original issue with only 6000 made. The medal shows moderate tarnish and wear with some surface knocks. The original ribbon shows light wear and moderate soiling. You are buying the material pictured. medal honors two Texas National Guard Cavalry Brigades that were authorized by the War Department. The units started training in September 1918 but were never called into Federal service because the First World War had come to an end. Since they were not federalized, the units were not eligible for the United States Victory Medal for their wartime service. A Bill was introduced in Congress and despite some initial opposition from the War Department, the Bill was finally passed and funds were allocated to design and manufacture 6,000 medals. The medals was designed by the Office of the Quartermaster General and distribution commenced in late 1925 through the Texas Militia Bureau. _gsrx_vers_625 (GS 6.9.7 (625))
Price: 174 USD
Location: Pasadena, California
End Time: 2025-02-05T20:28:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Region of Origin: United States