Fred Borgmann Posted March 1, 2019 Share #1 Posted March 1, 2019 The second type of medal for the Swiss soldier was the local issue usually issued by the various Cantons. Illustrated here is a pin back from Bern (note the coat of arms) with the allegorical portrait of Helvetia and a non-portable medal from Geneva portraying Col. Audeoud, the local commander. The highest rank in the peace time Swiss army is Colonel. The rank of General is awarded by election only in times of national emergency. Next unit medals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRA227 Posted March 2, 2019 Share #2 Posted March 2, 2019 Never seen them before. Rich A. in Pa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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