How to identify an original WWII French and Belgian Croix de Guerre Fourragere?

[OSUbeliever]

I'm looking to add WWII French and Belgian Croix de Guerre Fourrageres but am unsure as to how to properly identify an authentic period piece. Any suggestions?

[patches]

On 12/24/2021 at 4:25 PM, OSUbeliever said:

I'm looking to add WWII French and Belgian Croix de Guerre Fourrageres but am unsure as to how to properly identify an authentic period piece. Any suggestions?

Here's two excellnt topic to study.

 

 

 

 

 

[OSUbeliever]

Thank you! Any thoughts on these as WWII or post war productions?

 

[Allan H.]

I believe that the "pencils" with the parachutes are Thai and have just been added to the fourrageres.

 

Allan

[OSUbeliever]

Thank you for the feedback. I was thinking these were added on post-war.

[Allan H.]

For what it is worth, the red fourragere on the left looks like it is probably Thai. I do not believe it to be Belgian. The French fourragere in the center is a modern piece. The Belgian on the right MIGHT be WWII, but would need better photos. The "pencil:" is as I mentioned incorrect for thiss cord.

 

Allan

[OSUbeliever]

Oh wow thanks! How can you tell it's a modern piece (French)? Do you think these may be WWII?

 

[Allan H.]

The Belgian fourrageres both appear to be WWII vintage. The two French fourrageres are modern pieces.

 

Allan

[OSUbeliever]

Thank you Alan! I really appreciate the help!