Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Miniature Liyakat Medal (Medal for Merit), c.1915 Republic of the Army Service Forces badge

the Army Service Forces badge is missing its vertical pinback

and was largely responsible for the popularity of the waltz in Vienna during the nineteenth century

He was taken on strength upon arrival at Bramshott and transferred to the 21st Reserve Battalion

1st Depot Battalion Cap Badge

Croatian Fireman

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Miniature Liyakat Medal (Medal for Merit), c.1915 Republic of the Army Service Forces badge(Liyakat Madalyasi). In bronze, measuring 16 mm (w) x 32 mm (h) inclusive of its first war "1332" (1914) and crossed swords suspension bar, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Liyakat Medal (AKA Medal for Merit) was instituted in 1890 and awarded for meritorious military or civilian service, in two grades: Gold and Silver.