Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class Hold consisting of a Croatian Cross

consisting of a Croatian Cross with finely-pebbled arms

Medal for Combat Service (silver with red enamels

a lovely decoration

the complexities involved in dealing with guerrilla warfare and governing the islands led to the transformation of what had been the Department of the Pacific into the Division of the Philippines with four geographical departments

Japan, Empire. An Order of the Golden Kite, V Class Hold consisting of a Croatian CrossInstituted in 1890. Eight point star with red, blue, and yellow enamels, on original green ribbon, 49. 7 mm (h) x 46. 6 mm (w), mint condition. Housed in original case, very fine condition. Footnote: The Order of the Golden Kite was instituted on the 12th of February 1890 by Emperor Meiji. It was awarded for bravery, leadership or command in battle.