Portugal, Republic. An Order of Military Merit, II Class, c.1960 Hold are explained in detail

are explained in detail

Footnote: The medal was a French commemorative war medal established on 8 January 1952 for award to members of the French armed forces who fought in the Korean war

She was laid down on December 29th 1936

the pattern number 4 and letter S

braided silk edge separated from interior

Portugal, Republic. An Order of Military Merit, II Class, c.1960 Hold are explained in detail(Ordem do Mrito Militar). Instituted 1946. In silver gilt, consisting of a white enameled Latin Cross with three pointed ends, featuring a nicely enameled red Latin cross, double sided, suspended by a typical Portuguese tower, with silver Portuguese hallmark, measuring 55. 7 mm (w) x 82. 3 mm (h inclusive of tower and integral ring), missing ribbon, extremely good condition.