This is an original Belgian Médaille Commémorative de la Guerre 1914–1918 (Commemorative Medal of the War 1914–1918), awarded by the Kingdom of Belgium to all military personnel and civilians who served honorably during World War I. Instituted by Royal Decree on July 21, 1919, this medal was designed to formally recognize the service and sacrifice of Belgians who endured one of the most brutal and protracted conflicts in European history.

The obverse of the medal features a Belgian soldier in full field gear, holding a rifle and bayonet, with the dates 1914–1918 inscribed above. The reverse bears the royal cypher of King Albert I, the revered wartime monarch who symbolized national unity and resistance during Germany’s invasion and occupation of Belgium. The medal is suspended from a ribbon with black, yellow, and red vertical stripes—the national colors of Belgium.

Eligibility for this decoration was broad, encompassing front-line troops, support personnel, medical staff, and other civilians directly engaged in the war effort. Additional clasps or bars could be awarded for service in specific battles or theaters, although this example does not bear any supplemental devices.

The Belgian army played a critical role in the early defense against the German invasion during the 1914 Battle of Liège and in later actions such as the defense of the Yser. Despite the occupation of most of the country, Belgian forces continued fighting alongside Allied powers throughout the war. This medal stands as a symbol of that perseverance and Belgium’s contribution to the Allied victory in World War I.

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