Vice-admiraal P.A. de Suffren, penning geschonken door de Staten van Provence, wegens de bescherming van kaap de Goede Hoop, de inname van Trincomalee, de bevrijding van Goudelour en de verdediging van Kaap de Goede Hoop 1784

This bronze medal, created by Augustin Dupré in 1784, commemorates the French Vice-admiral Pierre André de Suffren's military exploits. The medal depicts a bust of de Suffren on the obverse, while the reverse features a laurel wreath with an inscription highlighting his victories, including the defense of Cape of Good Hope, the capture of Trincomalee, and the liberation of Cuddalore. The medal was gifted to de Suffren by the States of Provence as a symbol of their gratitude for his service. It stands as a testament to his military prowess and the impact he made on the course of the Anglo-French conflict in the late 18th century.