If it's what I think it is, it'll be the final piece in the puzzle that will allow a fellow milblogger (a Marine, but don't hold that against him) to nail a pompous poseur.

It ain't the best resolution in the world, but you should a-seen the postage stamp pic I had to work with.
I'm looking for a particular event, location, and year.
Have at it.



It just don't look 'right'...
Medal looks *silver*, which would make it Second Class, right?
Or it could just be the light...
I originally figured it for a Volksmarch medal, based on the colors of the ribbon, but I think Rod has pretty much nailed what it's *supposed* to be -- interesting thing is that it's an award that was presented to *civilians*...
http://armythumbs.togetherweserved.com/207616.jpg
Ducks. Row. Aligning.