This is all I know. I do not know how or where to apply except to contact your closest French Consulate via letter. I came across this and believe that anyone serving in the European Theater especially those on Normandy should file for this. I also think you can get this for someone if they are deceased. This probably warrants immediate action. "Formal recognition ceremonies for the US soldiers who helped liberate France in World War II are planned for 10 metropolitan areas around the country this fall." Good luck to all. I've written my letter for my dad. 397th AAA Omaha Beach 6-6-44 Jo Ann