A Vietnamese Military Merit Medal; 2Nd Republic Issue Archive Silver Grade (silvered die-stamped aluminum

Silver Grade (silvered die-stamped aluminum

now known as the 23rd Battery

with maker mark of Meybauer

Standing Orders I/C Class III and at one point

A Vietnamese Military Merit Medal; 2Nd Republic Issue Archive Silver Grade (silvered die-stamped aluminumA Vietnamese Military Merit Medal; 2nd Republic Issue Bronze gilt, 34. 8 mm x 59. 7 mm inclusive of its leaf and crossed swords suspension, original ribbon, extensive gilt loss, light contact, very fine. Footnote: Awarded to aspirants (officer candidates), non commissioned officers and enlisted men, chiefs of states and general officers, for feats of arms of distinction in bravery of devotion to duty, seniority, or professional conscientiousness, or