Maquis de l'Aube, FFI

This is an official FFI badge A rectangular enamelled in the French national colours, bearing the inscription "MAQUIS DE L'AUBE" at the top. The centre features a gold Cross of Lorraine on a blue background, superimposed on a large white V for Victory. The initials FFI, for Forces françaises de l'Intérieur (French Forces of the Interior), appear on either side of the cross. The reverse is fitted with a long pin. 3 cm x 4.6 cm
This badge is a testimony to the Resistance in the Aube region, combining the symbolism of the French Forces of the Interior (FFI), the Cross of Lorraine, the V for Victory, and the national colours.. slight enamel damage to the top. Price reflects