110 - France, World War I and World War II.

France, World War I and World War II. Collection of memorabilia belonging to Private First Class Maurice WATRIN, 103rd Infantry Regiment, then 202nd Infantry Regiment, and 225th Infantry Regiment. - His military service record book and enlisted man’s record book (class of 1917), one of which is heavily worn. - His mobilization booklets and marching orders (1930 and 1939). - Nomination file for the Legion of Honor detailing his assignments, battles, wounds, commendations, etc. - Various documents, including a pass issued in Verdun on September 18, 1915; the “BULLETIN MEUSIEN” newspaper dated February 21, 1918; historical regimental booklets; and numerous sheet music scores of military songs. - Certificate for the “Inter-Allied Medal, known as the Victory Medal,” awarded in Verdun on January 9, 1939, and the corresponding medal (Morlon model), complete with its ribbon. - Certificate for the Military Medal, awarded in Paris on September 8, 1933 (torn). - His membership card for the 1939–40 Prisoners of War Association, with a passport photo. - Small 1939 pocket diary, well-filled. - Paperback book titled “Quelques Pieux Souvenirs d’un passé...” (Some Fond Memories of the Past...), containing facsimiles of messages from 1914–1918. 32 x 24 cm. (Signs of wear and normal use; in fairly good condition).