Order Of Combatant Merit Archive maker marked "KO" on the

maker marked "KO" on the ring

s Royal Rifle Corps

he took command of one of the larger T Class Submarines

unmarked (sole maker was Braca Knaus

scratch marks over name

Order Of Combatant Merit Archive maker marked "KO" on theOrder of Combatant Merit Silver and green enamels, gilt centrepieces, 38. 5 mm x 40 mm, light contact, extremely fine. This order was created on September 14, 1953 to recognize the leaders of organizations whose aim was the support former combatants and victims of war. Insignia were made by Arthus Bertrand, Paris. To be appointed a Knight, recipients were required to be at least forty years of age and to have given at least fifteen years service. The