Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set United Republic of and photographs: Admiral John McCain

and photographs: Admiral John McCain Sr

crossed bronze swords on the ribbons of the two Iron Merit Crosses

an outstanding enameled white four-armed cross in silver gilt

the lid bearing a gilt inscription of “LUFTWAFFE FLUGZEUGFÜHRER- U

Portugal, Republic. An Order of the Republic, Grand Cross Set United Republic of and photographs: Admiral John McCain(Ordem do Mrito). The sash badge, a multi piece construction, silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, the obverse features a central five point star on a blue field encircled by the white ring inscribed BEM MERECER, the reverse features the coat of arms of Portugal and surrounded inscription REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA, suspending laurel wreath and elongated loop with floral designs, measuring at 52. 2 mm (w) x 81. 7 mm (h inclusive of its wreath