Medal, Legion of Merit, Legionnaire, in Case

Rare genuine WWII US Legion of Merit medal, coming in its original case along with lapel pin and ribbon bar. Rank: Legionnaire.

The Legion of Merit was created by the US Government on July 20, 1942 and awarded for exceptionnally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. This was the first US award that could be given to foreign nationals and the only one to be issued in several degrees: Legionnaire, Officer, Commander and Chief Commander. 

Nice homogeneous set, in excellent overall condition.