Cuba. World War I Victory Medal GTRexclude the Order of the Iron

the Order of the Iron Crown (Austria)

in silvered and copper gilt on bronze

Any relation to the author is unknown but possible

1945 and signed in blue ink by Commanding Admiral of the U-boats Hans-Georg von Friedeburg (1895–1945)

51st COY 19th IMP: YEO:) Naming is impressed

Cuba. World War I Victory Medal GTRexclude the Order of the IronAn official issue bronze victory medal, obverse engraved by maker C. Charles, measures 35. 8mm, worn on original ribbon with dual pin reverse, lovely patina, minor wear, in better than very fine condition. Footnote: Cuba declared war on Germany one day after the United States. A draft was enacted and 25,000 soldiers were sent overseas to France.