Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic Footnote: This badge appears in

Footnote: This badge appears in the second row at the right on page 90 of "Eagles Recalled" by Warren Carroll and comes from his personal collection

four are date marked "E" (1979)

constructed of grey cotton twill and bearing three bands of light-brown piping

5 mm) above

1938 and awarded for meritorious services in the cause of health

Spain, Facist State. An Order of Naval Merit, Cross with Red Distinction Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic Footnote: This badge appears in(Orden del Mrito Naval). Instituted in 1866. In bronze gilt with red and blue enamels, the red cross indicative of war service, measuring 35. 2 mm (w) x 60 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Naval Merit was instituted on August 3, 1866 and issued in two grades, Grand Cross and Cross, in four Divisions: Red, White, Blue and Yellow.