Ordre du Mérite Maritime
Encyclopedia
The Ordre du Mérite Maritime is a French order established on 9 February 1930 for services rendered by the seafarers to distinguish the risks involved and the services rendered by seamen; stressed over the importance of the economic role of the Merchant Navy
to the country. The order was reorganized in 1948, and again by decree on 17 January 2002.
Merchant Navy
The Merchant Navy is the maritime register of the United Kingdom, and describes the seagoing commercial interests of UK-registered ships and their crews. Merchant Navy vessels fly the Red Ensign and are regulated by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency...
to the country. The order was reorganized in 1948, and again by decree on 17 January 2002.
Categories
- Merchant marine crew, civilian administrators, and the crews of lifeboats and rescues
- Naval military personnel
- Individuals who have distinguished themselves in maritime field