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Here is your chance to own a wonderful example of a Memel annexation medal. This is an unmarked example produced in tombak. Complete with the original case in lightly worn condition showing typical storage wear. Also complete with the award document. this example was awarded to Maschinenobergefreiten Kleinschmidt, who was part of the U-boatflottille in Weddigen. This example will look great in any collection. Germany annexed the Klaipėda Region from Lithuania on 22 March 1939 after an ultimatum. On 23 March the occupation of the city and district was carried out by German Army troops. This area of East Prussia, with 160,000 inhabitants, had been turned over to Lithuania in the aftermath of World War I. To commemorate the occupation, the “Memel Medal” was authorized on 1 May 1939. It was awarded until 31 December 1940. In all 31,322 medals were awarded. Free shipping ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD & I don’t charge PayPal fees like some of the other guys!
