United States. A Legion Of Merit, Legionnaire Grade Auction (Орден Славы III степени)

(Орден Славы III степени)

/ DIED IN HIS COUNTRY'S SERVICE / 30 JAN

Later in 1941 he was engaged in fighting in Kiestinki in Finland

missing its metal insignia on the lid as evidenced by the tiny hole in the centre

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Legionnaire Grade Auction (Орден Славы III степени)In bronze gilt with red, white, navy blue and green enamels, measuring 48. 5 mm (w) x 46 mm (h), intact enamels, original ribbon with brooch pinback, maker marked "G 23" (Ira Green) on the brooch, extremely fine. Footnote: The Legion of Merit is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that is given for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. The decoration is issued to members of the