Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Legionnaire Degree With Correct 1940’s “Gold Gilt” Full Wrap Brooch with Lapel Device & Proper Case Gun Parts a single edged weapon designed

a single edged weapon designed for carry by a high-ranking Ottoman officer

the Wound Certificate measures roughly 16¼ x 19”

The liner is original and the cuffs and waist band are also original with expected wear

About $185 billion was raised for the war effort from the sale of bonds

The blade is still sharp but shows signs of additional sharpening

Original U.S. WWII Legion of Merit Legionnaire Degree With Correct 1940’s “Gold Gilt” Full Wrap Brooch with Lapel Device & Proper Case Gun Parts a single edged weapon designedOriginal Item: Only One Available. 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 eight uniformed services of the United States as well as to military and political figures of foreign governments. The Legionnaire Degree of the Legion of Merit Medal and the Legion of Merit