Paraguay. A National Order of Merit, Commander, c.1940 Newly Listed mounted on a brown rayon

mounted on a brown rayon base

a rare compilation from one of history’s most important war crimes trials in overall extremely fine condition

consisting of a nicely red and white enameled Chris Cross

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Manitoba with mobilization headquarters at Dauphin

worn on full length green sash

Paraguay. A National Order of Merit, Commander, c.1940 Newly Listed mounted on a brown rayonBronze gilt with green, white and blue enamels, 60. 5 mm x 92 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension, replacement loop, enamel chipping evident on the white arms of the star, scattered gilt wear, near very fine. Footnote: The National Order of Merit was established by Marshal Francisco Solano Lpez (July 24, 1827 March 1, 1870) who succeeded his father as president of Paraguay in 1862 and held the office until his death in combat in 1870. He is