A Vietnamese Army Meritorious Service Medal; 2Nd Class Hold India Medal 1895-1902

India Medal 1895-1902

Otto Dessloch - RKdEK 24

with the prefix being dropped when India became a republic in 1950

on November 13

Medical Examination and papers declaring him as an Invalided Soldier

A Vietnamese Army Meritorious Service Medal; 2Nd Class Hold India Medal 1895-1902A Vietnamese Army Meritorious Service Medal; 2nd Class Bronze gilt with red and green enamels, 38. 7 mm x 38. 7 mm, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, ribbon without rosette designating it as 2nd Class, contact marks and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: Awarded to NCO's and Enlisted Men for citations and wounds in combat or line of duty, or exceptional achievements that reflect great credit or benefit to the Army in any field.