Berlin, 1806
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Here's one for those who thought they knew everything about Napoleon. After the epic defeats of the Prussian army at
Jena-Auerstadt Napoleon paused in Berlin long enough during the pursuit to ensure that the veterans of his enemy's army
still received their pensions under the French administration.
The veterans were so appreciative that later in the year they struck this tiny [18mm] medal to commemorate the event. The
Prussian government was embarrassed by the event and destroyed as many as they could find. As a result they're quite rare.
I love this hobby!
Jena-Auerstadt Napoleon paused in Berlin long enough during the pursuit to ensure that the veterans of his enemy's army
still received their pensions under the French administration.
The veterans were so appreciative that later in the year they struck this tiny [18mm] medal to commemorate the event. The
Prussian government was embarrassed by the event and destroyed as many as they could find. As a result they're quite rare.
I love this hobby!
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