Offered here is a nice set of original Hungarian medals from both WWII and immediately after, representing a historic time in Hungary’s past.
The first is 1938 Hungarian Medal for the Liberation of Upper Hungary. Itwas issued to celebrate Hungary's reclaim of territories in southern Slovakia and Carpathian Ruthenia following the First Vienna Award.
The obverse features a portrait of Francis Il Rákóczi in armor, with the motto "PRO PATRIA ET LIBERTATE RÁKÓCZI" (For Fatherland and Liberty Rakóczi).
The medal is struck in tombac, a type of bronze alloy.
The ribbon colors represent the Hungarian national flag.
The second is Hungarian Workers' Militia Service Medal issued in 1949 It was awarded for service in the Munkásórség, a paramilitary organization of the Hungarian Socialist Workers' Party.
The obverse features a worker holding a rifle, surrounded by wheat stalks.
The Hungarian text "A HAZA A NÉP HÜSÉGES SZOLGÁLATÁERT" translates to "For Faithful Service to the Homeland and the People"
The medal is also bronze with the ribbon colors representing the national flag
The medals are in overall Good condition with a nice patina as shown. Let the pictures be your guide as to the condition and details of this beautiful piece including size and weight shown. Sold as is so ask questions if you have them. Will be shipped promptly in a padded envelope with tracking and insurance.
