Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class, C.1975 Archive from September 16

from September 16

It was established on April 3

and two shoulder boards

In the fall of 1944

because he lead his men by leading the charge

Spain, Kingdom. An Order Of Military Merit With Red Distinction, Iii Class, C.1975 Archive from September 16(Orden del Mrito Militar). Instituted in 1864. In silver gilt with red, white and blue enamels, the colour of the red enamels on the cross indicating war service, measuring 65. 8 mm (w) x 65. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Military Merit was instituted on August 3, 1864 by Queen Isabel II, revised in 1931, 1936, 1942, 1970, 1977, 1995 and 2003. It is awarded for acts of bravery,