Spain, Kingdom. A Royal and Military Order of St. Ferdinand, Knight, c.1820 Republic of Battle of Belgium

Battle of Belgium

every opportunity that developed during the expansion of these commands was utilized in perfecting medical installations and services and raining the personnel thereof for actual field service

until we were relieved

47 General Hospital at Treport on the 25th and was subsequently invalided "sick" to England aboard the Hospital Ship Esscouibo

Spain, Kingdom. A Royal and Military Order of St. Ferdinand, Knight, c.1820 Republic of Battle of Belgium(Real y Militar Orden de San Fernando). Instituted in 1811. Three piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white and blue enamels, measuring 23 mm (w) x 27. 8 mm (h), intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Royal and Military Order of St. Ferdinand was instituted on August 31, 1811 and awarded to members of the armed forces for heroic acts and distinguished services. It may be awarded individually or collectively.