Israel. A Medal Of Distinguished Service Archive obverse illustrating the left-facing bust

obverse illustrating the left-facing bust of First Consul Napoleon Bonaparte surrounded by the inscription "BONAPARTE PREMIER CONCUL DE LA REP

Overall fine to near very fine condition

5mm x 42mm

the cap badge and each of collar tabs inscribed "19th" (19th Infantry Battalion) in white ink

Footnote: John Hubert Mitchelmaw Rodgers was born on October 2

Israel. A Medal Of Distinguished Service Archive obverse illustrating the left-facing bust( ) Instituted in 1970. Silver with artificial patination, illustrating a sword and an olive branch, symbolizing controlled strength, measuring 36. 3 mm (w) x 41. 2 mm (h), the medal affixed to a royal blue ribbon via a nut and bolt combination, the ribbon suspended from a hanger with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The medal was instituted in 1970 by act of law in the Knesset and could also be awarded also for actions performed before 1970. It is