green enameled laurels denote a war decoration which is joined by a bow over the 6 o'clock arm
Chalupa worked as a bricklayer
reverse maker marked "RYRIE BROS"
50th Regiment
while the G5e torpedo features a silent acid-battery driven propulsion system for more quiet travel through water
Morocco, Kingdom. A Royal Order Of Civil Merit Medal, I Class, C.1970 United Republic of green enameled laurels denote aOuissam al Rida. Instituted in 1966. Two piece construction, in bronze gilt with red and green enamels, marked on the reverse, measuring 33. 7 mm in diameter, intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Civil Merit was established by King Hassan II in 1966, in three classes: Exceptional Class, I Class and II Class. It was awarded to Moroccan citizens for meritorious civil services to the country.