Italy, Republic. An Order Of Savoy, Officer’s Cross, Military Division, C.1950 Archive The membership fee stamps indicate

The membership fee stamps indicate payments from 1939 to 1944

McClain claims to have served with the United States Army during the Korean War

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Mexican Cross for French Intervention 1861-67 - FIRST CLASS

Italy, Republic. An Order Of Savoy, Officer’s Cross, Military Division, C.1950 Archive The membership fee stamps indicateAn Italian Military Order of Savoy; Officers Cross (Republic of Italy), in gilt and enamels, 41mm (x62. 5mm including Trophy of Arms), slight chipping to central enamels on reverse, in very fine condition, circa 1950s issue; scarce award.