The Croix de Guerre ("War Cross") is a military medal. Both Belgium and France have medals of this name. These decorations were extensively awarded to members of the United States military during the First World War and the Second World War. The award could either be bestowed as an individual medal or as a unit award.
See Also: Awards and Decorations of the United States Military
The Belgian Croix de Guerre was established in 1915 to recognize acts of heroism by individuals. It was also awarded to units in World War II, and has been awarded to foreign units and individuals.
The French Croix de Guerre was established 8 April 1915 to commemorate individual mentions in dispatches. It was awarded to both units and individuals, and to foreigners.