United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander Newly Listed each with a vertical strap

each with a vertical strap held in place by a metal post and incorporating a magnetic metal D-ring

a Plaque (in wood with a reddish finish

Attached to the obverse is a bar with a notch

and during this time also visited China

after thirty-six years' service

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander Newly Listed each with a vertical strapTwo piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white, blue and green enamels, measuring 73. 5 mm (w) x 70. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear on the reverse, extremely fine. Footnote: The Legion of Merit (LOM) 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