Summary

Medal issued by Italy,1928 (Italy Fascist Year 6).
Depicts Mussolini as a pilot. Medal artist is S. Johnson of Milan & Rome.

Obverse Description

Bust of Mussolini as pilot wearing helmet and goggles facing left; text around, 'ALI ALLA PATRIA' (Wings to the Homeland) in field below chin, .A.VI. (anno VI = Fascist year 6 = 1928 AD); below bust artist's initials 'S.J' (S. Johnson, Milan & Rome).

Reverse Description

Eagle with wings spread on globe, around below, flight of 5 aircraft.

Edge Description

Stamped '2RD'.

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