Legion of Merit Medal - U.S. Military Decoration for Exceptional Service #2256112 (License: Personal Use)

The Legion of Merit is a United States military decoration awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. Its design includes a gold cross with purple enamel arms, a blue enameled center disc bearing 13 white five-pointed stars, and a green laurel wreath symbolizing honor and victory. The medal hangs from a solid purple ribbon, reflecting its high prestige among U.S. and allied military honors.

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