Syrian Order of Military Merit 1953 Class V

Description

A distinguished piece for any militaria collector, this is an authentic Syrian Order of Military Merit, instituted by legislative decree on July 4, 1953. This medal was awarded to officers and enlisted personnel of the Syrian Armed Forces for acts of valor, courage, and efficiency in military operations.

This specific medal is a lower class (likely Class IV or V), distinguished by its all-bronze composition. The suspension is a stylized Syrian Eagle with outspread wings, gripping a ring in its talons. The medal itself is a bronze eight-pointed star, with a central circular design featuring a star within a star, and a floral-like pattern in the outer points. The medal is suspended from its original ribbon, a striking pattern of a central red field with white stripes edged in black. This medal is a tangible piece of Syrian military history and a testament to the bravery of its recipient.