Cambodia. A Lot of Six Royal Order of Cambodia, Commanders Newly Listed measuring 35 mm (w) x

measuring 35 mm (w) x 21 mm (h)

During the course of his service he was promoted three times: to Sturmmann in April 1941

The reverse half of the helmet features additional chain-mail to protect the neck of the wearer

a decoration on a period original ribbon

Cambodia. A Lot of Six Royal Order of Cambodia, Commanders Newly Listed measuring 35 mm (w) xFootnote: The Royal Order of Cambodia was instituted by King Norodom I while under French Colonial rule. When awarded by French authorities, it was conferred upon individuals of at least 29 years of age, in recognition of exceptional civil or military merit, and for at least 3 years of service in Indochina, preferably Cambodia. In 1933, this Order was also awarded to honor exhibitions commemorating Cambodian events important to the French colonies.