VINTAGE AMERICAN LEGION MEDAL Knoxville Tennesse PROMENADE NATIONALE 1950

This is a medal from the American Legion, specifically related to the "40 & 8" (La Société des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux), a charitable and social organization of American Legionnaires. The medal features:

Top Part: An outline of the state of Tennessee with the word "TENNESSEE" inscribed.

Middle Part: A light blue ribbon with "KNOXVILLE" written on it.

Bottom Part: A rectangular medal depicting a train car with a horse inside, the "40 & 8" emblem, and the inscription "40 8 CHEVAUX."

The "40 & 8" organization, founded in 1920, derives its name from the capacity of French railway boxcars used during World War I, which could hold either 40 men or 8 horses. The organization is known for its charitable work, particularly supporting children and veterans. This medal likely commemorates an event or membership within the "40 & 8" in Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1950.

Measures 3.5” tall and 2.5” wide. Please see all photos