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

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Talvisodan Muistomitali 1939-1940 miekoilla, Karjalan Kannas soljella – Commemorative Medal of the Winter War, with Karjalan Kannas clasp & swords

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 Karjalan Kannas (Carelian Isthmus). There were 15 different official clasps issued.

Reference: Tiainen 5.2.1b

Burnished iron (magnetic), very nice condition, on original old ribbon with clasp and swords.