DRK, German Red Cross. Numbered Fatherland Ladies Association Badge. This awarded cross from 1917 shows light wear and slight oxidation. The pin is missing the pin on the back with faded enamel. Maker’s mark on the back. The cross is approximately 1 x 1 inch. The round pin is approximately 7/16 inch across. Check out my other Red Cross and WW1 items.
WWII – 1950s era medal and document group to Major General Carl B. In WWII as a Brigadier General, he was Deputy Commanding General of the 7th AAF in the Pacific. The group includes his medals as shown to include a government hand engraved Air Medal Scarce to a BG! , his Brazilian medal from a pre-war goodwill flight, photos of him to include some with General Curtis LeMay, and more. The piece is vintage and therefore may show signs of age, wear, or patina. At that time, an unpaid item case will automatically be opened. It will be left, but please be patient. Do not message me seeking feedback.
1 x Original WW2 Soviet / USSR Medal for Combat Bravery / Courage with serial number. Based on serial number reference it appears to have been issued towards the 2nd half of 1944. 1 x Original WW2 Soviet / USSR Medal for Combat Merit / Service with serial number. Based on serial number reference it appears to have been issued towards the 1st half of 1943. As seen in pictures. Note: Please note the condition of each medal. They appear to have been well worn during the war and show wear and tear. Ribbons are damaged / well-worn as can be seen in pictures. If only they could tell their story.. Item comes from a smoke and pet free home.
Beautiful, and hard to find WWI service medal. Excellent original condition as shown. Please see our other listings, and check back often as we typically list 30-50 high-end estate items each week with No Reserve!
WW1 US VICTORY MEDAL WITH 3 BARS – #2. CHAMPAGNE-MRNE, AISNE-MARNE, & DEFENSIVE SECTOR. The item on the picture is the one you will receive. This Item is from my personal collection. See pictures for more details. For more military items please check my other items. Thank you for looking.
For your consideration a full size VINTAGE WW 1 Victory military medal SOMME, OFFENSIVE, ST. MIHIEL, MEUSE-ARGONNE AND DEFENSIVE SECTOR BARS. Medal is in good condition. CRITERIA The World War I Victory Medal was awarded for military service during the First World War. It was awarded for active service between April 6, 1917, and November 11, 1918; for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in European Russia between November 12, 1918, and August 5, 1919; or for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in Siberia between November 23, 1918, and April 1, 1920. The following battle clasps, inscribed with a battle’s name, were worn on the medal to denote participation in major ground conflicts. Aisne (May 27 to June 5, 1918). Aisne-Marne (July 18 to August 6, 1918). Cambrai (May 12 to December 4, 1917). Champagne-Marne (July 15-18, 1918). Lys (April 9-27, 1918). Meuse-Argonne September 26 to Nov. Montdidier-Noyon (June 9-13, 1918). Oise-Aisne (August 18 to November 11, 1918). Mihiel (September 12-16, 1918). Somme-Defensive (March 21 to April 6, 1918). Somme-Offensive (August 8 to November 11, 1918). Vittorio-Veneto (October 24 to November 4, 1918). Ypres-Lys (August 19 to November 11, 1918). For general defense service, not involving a specific battle, the “Defensive Sector” Battle Clasp was authorized. The clasp was also awarded for any battle which was not already recognized by its own battle clasp. Adjusting the S&H is a manual process so paying before that process is completed will result in an overpayment. All must be paid for at one time on one invoice to receive these discounts. International Buyers – Please Note. HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN REAL SOON!
Wonderful three-place medal bar that dates to the early Weimar/Freikorps period! He had likely been a veteran of one of Prussia’s conflicts prior to 1914, and then served on the home front during World War I, and was later active in the Friekorps. The medals featured here are from left to right: Ludwig Cross, German Legion of Honor, and the Franz Josef Jubilee Commemoration of the Armed Forces Medal. The Ludwig Cross is the blackened zinc variety, indicating late war manufacture. Overall, a very nice medal bar that displays well! The medal bar remains in very good condition, showing signs of age, use, and wear. Original felt backing present, as well as functioning pin. Please see the pictures for more detail. Guaranteed 100% authentic in every respect for life. Be sure to see our other listings for more historical antiques and militaria. Be sure to follow our store as new inventory is added daily. Ludwig Cross – King Ludwig Cross (1916) [Ludwigskreuz]. Awarded for voluntary work at home for the troops, or for welfare work. Black iron straight armed cross pattee with slightly convex ends to arms. The central medallion is oval. The obverse shows the head of Ludwig III. The reverse bears the date of the institution of the Cross’7.1.16′ on a background of Bavarian lozenges. The ribbon is 35 mm wide (as issued to male recipient’s), pale blue, and has a 19mm central band of narrow blue and white horizontal stripes. Later in the war the cross was also issued in bronze and blackened zinc. The German Legion of Honor was a veterans commemorative award of the Weimar Republic. The award was created in the 1920s under the authority of a “High Council of German Honor” composed of former German veterans, many of whom had served as high-ranking officers or even as generals during World War I. The award was presented apparently for civic accomplishments in peacetime by former veterans, with the criteria including the requirement that the recipient be an “excellent comrade and friend worthy of honor”. The High Council of German Honor was also connected extensively with the Freikorps movement and frequently awarded the decoration as a paramilitary award. Franz Josef Jubilee Commemoration of the Armed Forces Medal – This medal was issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the reign of Emperor Franz Joseph I and as a reward for those persons regardless of rank serving in the armed forces or constabulary that met the award requirements. It was issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the reign of Emperor Franz Joseph I and as a reward for those persons regardless of rank serving in the armed forces or constabulary that met the award requirements. · Soldiers who had served 3 years in the army by December 2, 1898. · Soldiers who had served 2 years in the army and one year in the Landsturm. · Soldiers serving in Bosnia and Herzegovina. · Reserve officers with one year of good service. · Navy Personnel with 3 years of good service. · Military Officials with one year of good service. · Gagiston (Military officials who had no place in the hierarchy of officers) with three years of good service. · Recipients of the 1873 War Medal.
VDG Militaria strives to always properly represent all items listed. Thank you for browsing and happy collecting! VDG Militaria strives to accurately represent all items listed. Below are the details for this specific product. Physical Description: This is an original 1919 U. Marksman Medal awarded for rifle practice. The medal features two bars: one labeled “MARKSMAN” and the other dated “1919, ” suspended from a six-pointed star medallion. The medallion has the number “71″ in the center, surrounded by the text Rifle Practice, Pro Aris et Pro Focis, Armory Range. The badge shows some patina and wear consistent with its age, giving it a beautiful vintage appearance. The back of the medallion is marked J. The medal measures approximately 3 inches in total length. Historical Context: This marksman medal was awarded to members of the 71st Regiment in 1919 for proficiency in rifle practice. The Latin inscription “Pro Aris et Pro Focis” translates to “For Hearth and Home, ” emphasizing the soldiers’ duty to protect their country. The 71st Regiment, based in New York, has a long and distinguished history, including service in the Spanish-American War and World War I. Medals like this were awarded to soldiers who demonstrated exceptional skill with their rifles during training exercises at armory ranges, reflecting the military’s emphasis on marksmanship. This medal is a rare and valuable collectible from the post-World War I era. VDG Militaria is dedicated to providing authentic, original military antiques. We specialize in items from various historical eras, including World War I, World War II, and beyond. Our mission is to preserve military history through the sale and collection of original memorabilia. We are happy to assist you with any inquiries or concerns. All major credit cards. However, PLEASE REQUEST A TOTAL BEFORE PAYING FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS.
