Finland. Medal of the Winter War 1939-1940, with Ilmapuolustus clasp

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Talvisodan Muistomitali 1939-1940, Ilmapuolustus soljella – Commemorative Medal of the Winter War, with Ilmapuolustus clasp (Air Defence)

Instituted on 2. August.1940 for the participants of the so called Winter War (Talvisota), defending Finland against Soviet invasion 1939-1940. Basic version, awarded to the Finnish people. With the battle clasp Ilmapuolustus (Air Defence). There were 15 different official clasps issued.

Reference: Tiainen 5.2.1h

Burnished iron (magnetic), back some rust spots, otherwise very nice condition, on the original old ribbon with clasp.