Belgium WW2 Cross of the 6th Battalion of the Belgian Fusiliers for the Battle of the Bulge (Ardennes) and the Campaign in Germany 1944 1945

Belgium: WW2 Cross of the 6th Battalion of the 
Belgian Fusiliers for the Battle of the Ardennes 
(Battle of the Bulge) and the Campaign in 
Germany 1944-1945.
The medal is very similar in shape with the 
Belgian WW1 Fire Cross and it is scarce.
On the obverse: In the center of the medal a 
crowned cross placed over a laurel wreath. 
The digit "6" over two crossed rifles in the 
center of the Cross. Vertical inscriptions 
"ARDENNES 44/45" and "ALLEMAGNE 44/45" 
(Germany 40/45) on the left and right sides.
On the reverse: Inscribed" "6th Battalion of 
Fusiliers, Remember".
The 6th Battalion of the Belgian Fusiliers was 
one of the 57 infantry battalions that were 
formed in the liberated areas of Belgium 
after Oct. 1944. The Battalion was attached to 
the US 1st Army and saw fierce combat action 
during the Battle of the Bulge (also known as 
the Ardennes Counteroffensive). 
It participated in the invasion of Germany 
(1945) where it played a supporting role, such
as securing lines of communication and 
policing occupied areas. 

FULL SIZE

WW2 1939 -1945

Item 100% original - ribbon original

Condition as on the photos

GREAT ADDITION TO EVERY COLLECTION!
Payment Method: Paypal
FREE SIGNED FOR SHIPPING