French Prisoner of War Escape Medal 1870–1945

A French Prisoner of War Escape Medal 1870–1945 constructed in bronze, measuring 30mm in diametre with original ribbon.  The obverse on the medal depicts bears the relief left profile bust of Marianne (representing the French Republic) crowned with branches of oak, along the outer circumference, the relief inscription “REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE” (FRENCH REPUBLIC). On its reverse, at center, the relief inscription on three rows “MÉDAILLE DES ÉVADÉS” (ESCAPEES’ MEDAL) surrounded by a wreath of oak branches. in good condition.