Ethiopia. A Star of Victory 1941, Cross for International Engagements

Dil-Kokeb. Instituted in 1941. In silvered bronze, measuring 43 mm (w) x 59 mm (h), contact marks, original ribbon, better than very fine.

Footnote: The Victory Star was instituted by Emperor Haile Selassie I in 1941, to recognize services during the Patriotic War against the Italian occupation of 1935-1941. It was awarded in two versions: International Engagements for Military Personnel; and Domestic Engagements for Auxiliary Personnel and Medical Staff.