Spanish Civil War German Legion Condor Medal 1936-1939.
The medal was established in 1937 and awarded to those who fought on the Nationalist side during the Spanish Civil War.
The German Legion Condor soldiers received these as well, that's why you from time to time find these in German estates.
This particular medal we got from a picker friend in Germany.
Medal is in near mint condition.
Complete with original paper box(which is un well used condition).
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History:
Established June 17, 1936, this medal was authorized for all members of the Legion Condor regardless of rank. General Franco personally designed the medal and instituted the award to commemorate the victory over the communist loyalists. The actual date of the institution is probably 1938. The ribbon bears the black, red, and yellow colors of Spain. The medal depicts the lion victorious overt the griffon--the Falangist victory over the loyalist thugs. The other side has the Falangist arrow yoke and the eagle with the royal Spanish coat of arms.
