United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander Newly Listed Attached to the obverse is

Attached to the obverse is a bar with a notch

after thirty-six years' service

a Plaque (in wood with a reddish finish

A very well-preserved

United States. A Legion Of Merit, Chief Commander Newly Listed Attached to the obverse isTwo 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