WWII 1939-1945 WAR BRASS MEDAL IRAQ

The 1939-45 War Medal -- Iraq severed diplomatic relations with Germany at the outbreak of WWII, but avoided any direct participation until after the 1941 rebellion. In January 1943, Iraq obediently declared war on the Axis powers, although there was scant combat involvement. For the most part, Iraq became a base for the British wartime occupations of Iran and the Levant. Established: 1945. Law No. 28 of 1950. Obverse: Cicular medal, 40 mm, gilt, within a milled edge a soldier blowing a bugle, the dates 1939-45 and the Arabic word "Herb" or "War". Above, a grenade, anchor, and crossed sword and rifle over two crossed flags. Suspended by a ring. Manufactured by Huguenin (Le Locle, Switzerland). Reverse: Plain. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: $8 (REGISTERED AIRMAIL).This is a private listing. Your identity will not be disclosed to anyone except the seller.