the 27th served in the defenses of Washington
extensive chipping and loss evident in the green enamels on both sides of the wreath
two months before the end of the war
and bearing a machine-embroidered insignia bisected by a green threaded band
precordial and shoulder pain"
France, IV Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Knight Grand Cross Star, by Ouizille Lemoine Auction the 27th served in the(Ordre de la Lgion d'Honneur, Chevalier). Instituted in 1802. A Star of the Order, in silver with a five pointed star with ball finials, five smooth rays in each quadrant, measuring 91. 4 mm (w) x 87. 4 mm (h), weighs 85. 0 grams, marked with a boar's head and maker marked OUIZILLE LEMOINE PARIS on the central medallion, vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, light contact and surface wear overall, extremely fine.