Bronzemonger

Thanks Ian. This would make sense as these 'art medals' were created and sold to assist in many aspects of the war, be it the war effort itself or, help for hosptals, veterans, prisoners of war, etc.. I had been thinking it was an internal military organization, thanks for the clarification!! Scott

A newbie here.... Perhaps this is a silly question but I need an answer in order to catalog several dozen large Austrian KFA commemorative medallions. Can someone please tell me what the acronym "KFA" stands for? Perhaps also point me in the direction where I can find more info? Thanks, in advance. S

Thanks Mervyn...as you mentioned, there is little information available regarding War art medals and medallions. I didn't even know such things existed until 8 years ago and I have a degree in art! I think the subject is paramount to understanding what the public opinion was, with the artist as a vehicle, during the times of war, as opposed to the more heroric representation by the military complex. Hopefully this material will help fill in the blanks when it comes to understanding the entire socio-political activites of countries involved in war. More soon.... S

Hello everyone. I happened to find this 5 year old thread while Googling for a medal I am selling. First off, my intent is NOT to spam your site. I do however have information regarding WWI French medals and Medallions. Perhaps most importantly, it is in English. I don't know if Tim B is still active here but the information contained on several of my web sites could save other members time if there is interest in WWI German, French, Belgium, etc., etc, art medal material. yes, the first site is a sales site but still a good reference for these obscure medals of WWI. The second site is strictly German and is a non-commercial museum site. You can find information at: http://www.karlgoetzmedals.com and/or http://www.karlgoetz.com I am interested in investgating your fine forum more in the next several days and I hope I can become a contributing member once I can zero in on the forums that most interest me, or, that I can add information to. Thanks for the opportunity to join the forum! Bronzemonger (Scott)