United States of America: Legion of Merit. Grand Commander (or 1st grade) Breast Star. Gilt & enamel

The reverse of the Grand Commander breast star retains the original long hinged pin and clasp fittings as issued

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 eight uniformed services of the United States as well as to military and political figures of foreign governments

The Legion of Merit can be awarded in four grades or degrees

The Legion of Merit is seventh in the order of precedence of all U.S. military awards and is worn after the Defense Superior Service Medal and before the Distinguished Flying Cross

Amongst the list of British recipients of the Legion of Merit 'Grand Commander' grade are:

- His Majesty King George VI
- Field Marshal Sir William Slim
- Field Marshal Sir Bernard Montgomery
- Air Marshal Sir Arthur Harris
- Admiral of the Fleet Andrew Cunningham

A most impressive item of United States insignia

Condition: About EF

Code: 20751