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The Italian Order of Merit was awarded to American aviators who trained in Foggia Italy during World War I.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin Italy Type AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons Physical Description The miniature Italian Order of Merit; a white enameled cross with gold eagles in each quadrant and gold five point star in the center of the cross; medal suspended from a gold crown in the shape of a castle, in turn suspended from blue green ribbon with red vertical stripes. Dimensions 3-D: 7.8 × 1.5 × 0.2cm (3 1/16 × 9/16 × 1/16 in.)
 Materials Medal: Gilded and Enameled Brass
Ribbon: Silk
 Inventory Number A19940184001 Credit Line Donated by the Family of George Harold Cronin Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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