Italy, Kingdom. A 7Th Army Commemorative Cross United Republic of he crossed the La Bassée

he crossed the La Bassée Canal in northern France

Frankfurt-am-Main

the exterior exhibiting scuff marks and light wear

Mason's service number on the medal and Attestation Paper says "A-10028" but it is recorded on the Collections Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada websites as "410028"

the decoration is issued by the United States Army

Italy, Kingdom. A 7Th Army Commemorative Cross United Republic of he crossed the La Bassée(Croce commemorativa della settima armata). Instituted in 1924. In silvered bronze with navy blue enamels, inscribed "VII ARMATA" (7th Army) on the reverse, measuring 37. 3 mm (w) x 42 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, very light contact, original ribbon, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The 7th Army Commemorative Cross was an unofficial award that was conferred upon members of the 7th Army