France, Republic. An Order Of Social Merit, Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed then joined the Royal Fleet

then joined the Royal Fleet Reserve three weeks later

Richardson County

1918 and August 5

1898 and saw service in Cuban waters

France, Republic. An Order Of Social Merit, Knight, C.1945 Newly Listed then joined the Royal FleetOrdre du Mrite Social. Instituted in 1936. In silver with azure blue and white enamels, measuring 39 mm (w) x 42. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, intact enamels, lightly soiled original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Social Merit was instituted on October 25, 1936. It was awarded for meritorious services within institutions concerned with social legislation, in three grades: Commander, Officer and Knight. It was