A French Order Of The Legion; Knight Of The Fourth Republic (1951-1962) certificate_of_authenticity military leaders

military leaders

and the official three page document explaining in details how the badges are to be worn (similar to the Statutes of the Order)

60 mm x 35

As a result of being "shell shocked" while on CEF service

A French Order Of The Legion; Knight Of The Fourth Republic (1951-1962) certificate_of_authenticity military leadersSilver with red, blue, green and white enamels, silver gilt centrepieces, hallmarked on the tip of the ribbon on the reverse, 43 mm x 58. 2 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, original ribbon, chipping evident in the blue enamels on the centrepiece ring and glue residue visible where the centrepiece ring butts the arm at 5 o'clock on the obverse, better than very fine.