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8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

8719? German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge post WW2 1957 pattern

Original German Luftwaffe Flak Gunner War Badge – 1957 pattern, post WW2 / no swastika, VERY NICE CONDITION – PERFECT PIN DEVICE / EARLY ST&L (STEINHAUER UND LUECK) MADE EXAMPLE (FROM THE MID 60′S – SOLID HINGEBLOCK). FEW FACTS ABOUT 1957 PATTERN AWARDS. In 1957 the West German government authorised replacement Iron Crosses with an Oak Leaf Cluster in place of the swastika, similar to the Iron Crosses of 1813, 1870, and 1914, which could be worn by World War II Iron Cross recipients. The 1957 law also authorised de-Nazified versions of most other World War II-era decorations (except those specifically associated with Nazi Party organizations, such as SS Long Service medals, or with the expansion of the German Reich, such as the medals for the annexation of Austria, the Sudetenland, and the Memel region). The main government contract to manufacture and supply these new de-nazified WW2 1957 official decorations went to the world famous German firm Steinhauer & Lueck, Luedenscheid Germany. Knights Crosses, Iron Crosses, Wound Badges, Tank Assault Badges etc were re-designed by Steinhauer & Lück – often with the oak-leaf spray replacing the swastika, with S&L having the sole patent rights to all WW2 1957 German decorations. S&L did not have the whole monopoly on medal making, other famous firms such as Deschler & Sohn, BH Maher and Juncker also manufactured these new German decorations. Lüdenscheid is situated between the cities Dortmund and Bonn. It was here that one of the youngest medal firms was founded in 1889 by August Steinhauer and Gustav Adolf Lück. The first production began in a cellar, the customer base continued to increase. A property was bought at 51 Hochstrasse which is still home for this famous company today. During WW2 Steinhauer & Lück produced medals and badges, like the famous Knights Cross and many other types of medals and badges. In 1957 this company was awarded the contract to produce all the newly re-designed legal WW2 1957 de-nazified decorations, plus the contract to manufacture all of Germany’s official decorations including Germany’s highest order the Bundesverdienstkreuz. Only a very limited number of original WW2 1957 medals are still produced, mainly Iron Crosses, German Cross Gold & Silver & Wound Badges and are considered 100% genuine by the German Government. HISTORY OF THE AWARD. Luftwaffe Anti-aircraft Combat Badge institution was ordered on January 10, 1941 by Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring. It had been designed by W. Peekhaus of Berlin in the summer of 1940. The badge consists of an 8.8cm anti aircraft gun, surrounded by an oak leaves crown, surmounted by a soldered or riveted Luftwaffe eagle. On the reverse there is a thin needle round pin. In most cases, a rounded cut out portion can be observed under the gun barrel. The badge was fabricated in tombac later in zinc. Height : 56.3mm to 56.9mm, wide : 43.5mm to 46mm, eagle : 39.9mm to 40.9mm, weight : 26g to 41.8g. On January 1941, the firm er of Berlin was in charge of production, then other firms followed. Other makers are: BREHMER MARKNEUKIRCHEN G. (Gustav Brehmer Markneukirchen), C. JUNCKER BERLIN SW (this type exist with no mark), A (Assmann & Sohn) W in a circle (Werstein Jena), WH (Walter Henlein) G, WL (Gebrüder Wegerhoff Lüdenscheid) and No maker’s mark, some in zinc. The badge was presented in a cardboard dark blue box marked with gold letters “Flak = Kampfabz” or “Luftwaffen = Flak = Kampfabz”. The upper lid is dragon blue silk or paper, the down portion is of blue velvet or flocage. It was worn on the left uniform upper pocket. It was presented with a certificate and its attribution was registered in the personnel documents (Soldbuch, Wehrpass). This badge was awarded in recognition for anti aircraft or ground combats, up to the institution of the ground combat badge. All air defense artillery personnel (including radar control units and search light units) were eligible for the badge. The attribution was based on points addition, and 16 points were necessary. They were earned as follows: 1 point – First detection of incoming aircraft by means of 150cm or 60 cm search lights by acoustical means, and following the aircraft to another search light team. 2 points – Participation in the downing of an enemy aircraft my means of ground based fire (AA batteries primarily, but it could also be Machine gun or rifle fire). Participation in the downing of an enemy aircraft by means of blinding the aircraft with search lights. 4 points – Same action as above, but without participation of other batteries. The badge could also be presented for single meritorious actions or distinctive leadership. The Battery Commander could be awarded the badge if the half of his Battery crews were already decorated. The conditions of attribution changed during the war. Indeed, the badge was awarded for 3 shot down aircrafts or for 5 combat actions (even without shot down aircraft). This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “a..anderson” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Era: 1945-Present
  • Country/ Organization: Germany
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Army
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN. BOXED WITH ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD. Postal services offered depend on the total cost of items, and the size and weight of the package. You will not be charged more than cost of posting. If we can’t post the same day, we will always post the following day. Any coins that I sell come with our personal guarantee. That they are what we say they are. Please visit Cowell coins shop FOR a huge selection of coins. We may either have it in stock or be able to find it for you. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “cowell-coins” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Country/ Organization: Great Britain
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Era: 1914-1945
  • Featured Refinements: RAF Medal
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Modified Item: No
  • Service: Air Force
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Brand: Unbranded

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN RAF No 2108847 & ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD

WWII WAR MEDAL WAAF LEADING AIRCRAFT WOMEN. BOXED WITH ORIGINAL MEDAL CARD. Postal services offered depend on the total cost of items, and the size and weight of the package. You will not be charged more than cost of posting. If we can’t post the same day, we will always post the following day. Any coins that I sell come with our personal guarantee. That they are what we say they are. Please visit Cowell coins shop FOR a huge selection of coins. We may either have it in stock or be able to find it for you. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “cowell-coins” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Country/ Organization: Great Britain
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Air Force
  • Era: 1914-1945
  • Featured Refinements: RAF Medal

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

10371? German post WW2 1957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner Anti Aircraft Badge

Original German post WW2 / 1 957 pattern Luftwaffe Flak Gunner War Badge, IN FINE CONDITION – PERFECT PIN DEVICE / LATER ST&L (STEINHAUER UND LUECK) MADE EXAMPLE WITH OPEN HINGEBLOCK, THE AWARD IS NOT OFTEN SEEN. FEW FACTS ABOUT 1957 PATTERN AWARDS. In 1957 the West German government authorised replacement Iron Crosses with an Oak Leaf Cluster in place of the swastika, similar to the Iron Crosses of 1813, 1870, and 1914, which could be worn by World War II Iron Cross recipients. The 1957 law also authorised de-Nazified versions of most other World War II-era decorations (except those specifically associated with Nazi Party organizations, such as SS Long Service medals, or with the expansion of the German Reich, such as the medals for the annexation of Austria, the Sudetenland, and the Memel region). The main government contract to manufacture and supply these new de-nazified WW2 1957 official decorations went to the world famous German firm Steinhauer & Lueck, Luedenscheid Germany. Knights Crosses, Iron Crosses, Wound Badges, Tank Assault Badges etc were re-designed by Steinhauer & Lück – often with the oak-leaf spray replacing the swastika, with S&L having the sole patent rights to all WW2 1957 German decorations. S&L did not have the whole monopoly on medal making, other famous firms such as Deschler & Sohn, BH Maher and Juncker also manufactured these new German decorations. Lüdenscheid is situated between the cities Dortmund and Bonn. It was here that one of the youngest medal firms was founded in 1889 by August Steinhauer and Gustav Adolf Lück. The first production began in a cellar, the customer base continued to increase. A property was bought at 51 Hochstrasse which is still home for this famous company today. During WW2 Steinhauer & Lück produced medals and badges, like the famous Knights Cross and many other types of medals and badges. In 1957 this company was awarded the contract to produce all the newly re-designed legal WW2 1957 de-nazified decorations, plus the contract to manufacture all of Germany’s official decorations including Germany’s highest order the Bundesverdienstkreuz. Only a very limited number of original WW2 1957 medals are still produced, mainly Iron Crosses, German Cross Gold & Silver & Wound Badges and are considered 100% genuine by the German Government. HISTORY OF THE AWARD. Luftwaffe Anti-aircraft Combat Badge institution was ordered on January 10, 1941 by Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring. It had been designed by W. Peekhaus of Berlin in the summer of 1940. The badge consists of an 8.8cm anti aircraft gun, surrounded by an oak leaves crown, surmounted by a soldered or riveted Luftwaffe eagle. On the reverse there is a thin needle round pin. In most cases, a rounded cut out portion can be observed under the gun barrel. The badge was fabricated in tombac later in zinc. Height : 56.3mm to 56.9mm, wide : 43.5mm to 46mm, eagle : 39.9mm to 40.9mm, weight : 26g to 41.8g. On January 1941, the firm er of Berlin was in charge of production, then other firms followed. Other makers are: BREHMER MARKNEUKIRCHEN G. (Gustav Brehmer Markneukirchen), C. JUNCKER BERLIN SW (this type exist with no mark), A (Assmann & Sohn) W in a circle (Werstein Jena), WH (Walter Henlein) G, WL (Gebrüder Wegerhoff Lüdenscheid) and No maker’s mark, some in zinc. The badge was presented in a cardboard dark blue box marked with gold letters “Flak = Kampfabz” or “Luftwaffen = Flak = Kampfabz”. The upper lid is dragon blue silk or paper, the down portion is of blue velvet or flocage. It was worn on the left uniform upper pocket. It was presented with a certificate and its attribution was registered in the personnel documents (Soldbuch, Wehrpass). This badge was awarded in recognition for anti aircraft or ground combats, up to the institution of the ground combat badge. All air defense artillery personnel (including radar control units and search light units) were eligible for the badge. The attribution was based on points addition, and 16 points were necessary. They were earned as follows: 1 point – First detection of incoming aircraft by means of 150cm or 60 cm search lights by acoustical means, and following the aircraft to another search light team. 2 points – Participation in the downing of an enemy aircraft my means of ground based fire (AA batteries primarily, but it could also be Machine gun or rifle fire). Participation in the downing of an enemy aircraft by means of blinding the aircraft with search lights. 4 points – Same action as above, but without participation of other batteries. The badge could also be presented for single meritorious actions or distinctive leadership. The Battery Commander could be awarded the badge if the half of his Battery crews were already decorated. The conditions of attribution changed during the war. Indeed, the badge was awarded for 3 shot down aircrafts or for 5 combat actions (even without shot down aircraft). This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “a..anderson” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Era: 1945-Present
  • Country/ Organization: Germany
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Army
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons

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WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

The medals are the Distinguished Service Medal, the 1939-45, Atlantic, Africa Star and Pacific Stars, War Medal and Russian 60th Anniversary Medal. Along with the above you will receive a full copy of all my research – in excess more than 50 A4 pages of information, containing Charles full service records, medal roll entries, etc on a CD. Below as a brief description of Ronalds career – note ive tried to keep it brief but there is so much of interest and he saw action in so many different areas of conflict its not been easy. Ronald enlisted in the Royal Navy on the 15th August 1920 at the age of fifteen and after training and serving on various ships, he was posted for service on the aircraft Carrier Ark Royal in 1939. In October Ark Royal was deployed in Indian Ocean with HM Battleship MALAYA and HM Destroyer BULLDOG as part of the RNs Hunting Force. In April 1940 the Ark Royal was supposed to have moved to the Eastern Mediterranean but this was rapidly changed after the German invasion of Norway and the Ark Royal was sent to support the Home Fleet off Norway during Operation Rupert (the British and French attempt to take the key port of Narvik in northern Norway from the German hands). On the 24th of the month they commenced air operations in support of the military and the GLADIATOR aircraft flew off to establish airfield on a frozen lake in Romsdal Valley. Operation continued and in May Ark Royal provided air cover for evacuations at Andalsnes and Molde. On the 9th May 1940 Ronald was posted to HMS Defiance for more training before joining the Aircraft Carrier HMS Victorious on the 29th March 1941. Victorious was then placed at the disposal of the Commander in Chief of the Home Fleet and sailed with HM Battleship KING GEORGE V in search of the German battleship BISMARCK which was on passage into Atlantic. Eventually having located the Bismarck the Victorious launched an air strike on the 24th and did manage one hit but no substantial damages done. In June the carrier carried out searched for German supply ships and then took passage along with the Ark Royal to Gibraltar (escorted by ships of Force H) in order to deliver HURRICANE aircraft to Malta and help relieve the pressure of the siege. The carrier was then deployed with HM Aircraft Carrier FURIOUS and the 1st Cruiser Squadron to escort HM Minelaying Cruiser ADVENTURE carrying mines to Murmansk (Operation EF) and on the 30th screened by 6 destroyers of the Home Fleet carried out air strikes on Kirkenes. During August the carrier Covered the return passage of HM Aircraft Carrier ARGUS after delivering HURRICANE aircraft to Murmansk and during September Launched repeated air strikes against targets at Tromso and shore targets at Vestfjord. In March 1942 the carrier Launched unsuccessful strikes on the German battleship T IRPITZ and was then deployed to cover the passage of Russian Convoys. In July the carrier was withdrawn for Exercises with HM Aircraft Carriers INDOMITABLE, FURIOUS, EAGLE and ARGUS to improve multi-carrier operating techniques (Exercise BERSERK) and in August Joined’Force Z’ covering the Sicilian Narrows (Operation PEDESTAL) during which she was hit by bomb which broke up on Impact with flight deck. In December 1942 the carrier was Nominated for loan service in Pacific with US Navy and on the 20th took passage to Norfolk, Virginia and on the 4th March 1943 arrived at Pearl Harbour where she was converted for the operation of US Navy WILDCAT and AVENGER aircraft. In may she carried out exercises with US aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA and US battleship USS NORTH CAROLINA. On completion of work-up for service with US Navy took passage to join US Third Fleet Task Group 36.3 for support of US landing operations and in August covered the landings on New Georgia. In early 1944 the carrier undertook rehearsals with other Home Fleet aircraft carriers for attack on TIRPITZ and on the 2nd April joined Force 2 (HM Aircraft Carriers FURIOUS, SEARCHER, EMPEROR, PURSUER and FENCER) for attacks on TIRPITZ in Altenfjord, Norway (Operation TUNGSTEN). Attacks were then launched on the 3rd (loosing three aircraft) and obtained several direct hits. In July the carrier was posted for service with the Eastern Fleet and on the 25th launched attacks on airfields near Sabang, Sumatra. In august they covered the Eastern Fleet units providing air-sea rescue facilities during a series of attacks by US Army aircraft on S umatra (Operations BOOMERANG). On the 29th Carried out air attacks on Padang, Indaroeng and Emmahaven. In September the carrier carried out attacks on railway yards at Sigli, Sumatra and photo-reconnaissance of Nicobars escorted by HMS HOWE (Operation LIGHT). In October the carrier attacked Nicobars and Nancowry harbour, sadly Four aircraft were destroyed and five damaged during enemy air attacks. In November the carrier transferred to the British Pacific Fleet and in January 1945 Joined HMS INDOMITABLE and HMS IMPLACABLE for air strikes on oi l refineries at Pangkalan Brandan , the carrier then attacked r efineries in Sumatra on the 16th, launched air attacks on Pladjoeon the 24th and on the 29th attacked oil installations at Soengi-Gerong. After the above attacks the carrier received multiple retaliatory KAMIKAZE attacks , which were beaten off and sustained Losses by all Carriers of 41, 9 pilots captured by the Japanese were executed. In February 1945 the carrier was transferred to Task Force 113 at Sydney to prepare for service with the US Navy and in March was deployed to neutralise airfields in the Sakashima Gunto Group Operation ICEBERG I. In April the carrier narrowly escaped damage during KAMIKAZE attack when aircraft exploded alongside and carried out attacks on the Formosan airfields and Formosa itself. On the 16th the carrier attacked targets at Ishigaki and Mikayo with refuelling breaks until 20/4/45. In May the carrier came under concentrated KAMIKAZE attacks one of which exploded on the island structure causing fires and damage to boiler steam piping. However with Speed reduced to 19 knots, the carrier resumed Air operations after just 8 hours. On the 9th air strikes were launched on Hirara and Ishigaki and again the carrier was hit by unexpected KAMIKAZE attacks. The first damaged the Flight Deck and equipment but the second failed to explode. Again with capability reduced the carrier remained in operations. Finally on the 25th June the carrier was withdrawn from operations and received repairs at Sydney, Australia. Returning to operations on the 6th July 1945 the Aircraft carried out strikes on airfields in the Tokyo area and on the 24th attacked Osaka. With the war now over on the 18th December 1945 Ronald was discharged from the service and for his outstanding contribution aboard HMS Victorious during its many operations Ronald was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal on the 1st January 1946. The item “WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action” is in sale since Friday, March 12, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “benda-roge” and is located in Norwich. 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  • Featured Refinements: Miniature Medal
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Navy

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action

The medals are the Distinguished Service Medal, the 1939-45, Atlantic, Africa Star and Pacific Stars, War Medal and Russian 60th Anniversary Medal. Along with the above you will receive a full copy of all my research – in excess more than 50 A4 pages of information, containing Charles full service records, medal roll entries, etc on a CD. Below as a brief description of Ronalds career – note ive tried to keep it brief but there is so much of interest and he saw action in so many different areas of conflict its not been easy. Ronald enlisted in the Royal Navy on the 15th August 1920 at the age of fifteen and after training and serving on various ships, he was posted for service on the aircraft Carrier Ark Royal in 1939. In October Ark Royal was deployed in Indian Ocean with HM Battleship MALAYA and HM Destroyer BULLDOG as part of the RNs Hunting Force. In April 1940 the Ark Royal was supposed to have moved to the Eastern Mediterranean but this was rapidly changed after the German invasion of Norway and the Ark Royal was sent to support the Home Fleet off Norway during Operation Rupert (the British and French attempt to take the key port of Narvik in northern Norway from the German hands). On the 24th of the month they commenced air operations in support of the military and the GLADIATOR aircraft flew off to establish airfield on a frozen lake in Romsdal Valley. Operation continued and in May Ark Royal provided air cover for evacuations at Andalsnes and Molde. On the 9th May 1940 Ronald was posted to HMS Defiance for more training before joining the Aircraft Carrier HMS Victorious on the 29th March 1941. Victorious was then placed at the disposal of the Commander in Chief of the Home Fleet and sailed with HM Battleship KING GEORGE V in search of the German battleship BISMARCK which was on passage into Atlantic. Eventually having located the Bismarck the Victorious launched an air strike on the 24th and did manage one hit but no substantial damages done. In June the carrier carried out searched for German supply ships and then took passage along with the Ark Royal to Gibraltar (escorted by ships of Force H) in order to deliver HURRICANE aircraft to Malta and help relieve the pressure of the siege. The carrier was then deployed with HM Aircraft Carrier FURIOUS and the 1st Cruiser Squadron to escort HM Minelaying Cruiser ADVENTURE carrying mines to Murmansk (Operation EF) and on the 30th screened by 6 destroyers of the Home Fleet carried out air strikes on Kirkenes. During August the carrier Covered the return passage of HM Aircraft Carrier ARGUS after delivering HURRICANE aircraft to Murmansk and during September Launched repeated air strikes against targets at Tromso and shore targets at Vestfjord. In March 1942 the carrier Launched unsuccessful strikes on the German battleship T IRPITZ and was then deployed to cover the passage of Russian Convoys. In July the carrier was withdrawn for Exercises with HM Aircraft Carriers INDOMITABLE, FURIOUS, EAGLE and ARGUS to improve multi-carrier operating techniques (Exercise BERSERK) and in August Joined’Force Z’ covering the Sicilian Narrows (Operation PEDESTAL) during which she was hit by bomb which broke up on Impact with flight deck. In December 1942 the carrier was Nominated for loan service in Pacific with US Navy and on the 20th took passage to Norfolk, Virginia and on the 4th March 1943 arrived at Pearl Harbour where she was converted for the operation of US Navy WILDCAT and AVENGER aircraft. In may she carried out exercises with US aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA and US battleship USS NORTH CAROLINA. On completion of work-up for service with US Navy took passage to join US Third Fleet Task Group 36.3 for support of US landing operations and in August covered the landings on New Georgia. In early 1944 the carrier undertook rehearsals with other Home Fleet aircraft carriers for attack on TIRPITZ and on the 2nd April joined Force 2 (HM Aircraft Carriers FURIOUS, SEARCHER, EMPEROR, PURSUER and FENCER) for attacks on TIRPITZ in Altenfjord, Norway (Operation TUNGSTEN). Attacks were then launched on the 3rd (loosing three aircraft) and obtained several direct hits. In July the carrier was posted for service with the Eastern Fleet and on the 25th launched attacks on airfields near Sabang, Sumatra. In august they covered the Eastern Fleet units providing air-sea rescue facilities during a series of attacks by US Army aircraft on S umatra (Operations BOOMERANG). On the 29th Carried out air attacks on Padang, Indaroeng and Emmahaven. In September the carrier carried out attacks on railway yards at Sigli, Sumatra and photo-reconnaissance of Nicobars escorted by HMS HOWE (Operation LIGHT). In October the carrier attacked Nicobars and Nancowry harbour, sadly Four aircraft were destroyed and five damaged during enemy air attacks. In November the carrier transferred to the British Pacific Fleet and in January 1945 Joined HMS INDOMITABLE and HMS IMPLACABLE for air strikes on oi l refineries at Pangkalan Brandan , the carrier then attacked r efineries in Sumatra on the 16th, launched air attacks on Pladjoeon the 24th and on the 29th attacked oil installations at Soengi-Gerong. After the above attacks the carrier received multiple retaliatory KAMIKAZE attacks , which were beaten off and sustained Losses by all Carriers of 41, 9 pilots captured by the Japanese were executed. In February 1945 the carrier was transferred to Task Force 113 at Sydney to prepare for service with the US Navy and in March was deployed to neutralise airfields in the Sakashima Gunto Group Operation ICEBERG I. In April the carrier narrowly escaped damage during KAMIKAZE attack when aircraft exploded alongside and carried out attacks on the Formosan airfields and Formosa itself. On the 16th the carrier attacked targets at Ishigaki and Mikayo with refuelling breaks until 20/4/45. In May the carrier came under concentrated KAMIKAZE attacks one of which exploded on the island structure causing fires and damage to boiler steam piping. However with Speed reduced to 19 knots, the carrier resumed Air operations after just 8 hours. On the 9th air strikes were launched on Hirara and Ishigaki and again the carrier was hit by unexpected KAMIKAZE attacks. The first damaged the Flight Deck and equipment but the second failed to explode. Again with capability reduced the carrier remained in operations. Finally on the 25th June the carrier was withdrawn from operations and received repairs at Sydney, Australia. Returning to operations on the 6th July 1945 the Aircraft carried out strikes on airfields in the Tokyo area and on the 24th attacked Osaka. With the war now over on the 18th December 1945 Ronald was discharged from the service and for his outstanding contribution aboard HMS Victorious during its many operations Ronald was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal on the 1st January 1946. The item “WW2 DSM Medal Group to Officer on Aircraft Carriers who saw extensive action” is in sale since Saturday, February 27, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “benda-roge” and is located in Norwich. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Bahrain, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Bolivia, Barbados, Brunei darussalam, Cayman islands, Egypt, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, French guiana, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Macao, Monaco, Maldives, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Saudi arabia, South africa, United arab emirates, Ukraine, Bahamas, Colombia, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Qatar, Uruguay.
  • Featured Refinements: Miniature Medal
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Navy

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany

This man was a WWI pilot and aircraft manufacturing pioneer, helping found Grumman Aircraft with his brother, and later mayor of Southampton NY. Includes named badge and named Sons of the American Revolution medal for WWI service, plus more from him as shown. All items are original and untouched, and as shown. Items are shown FRONT and BACK where applicable and possible! The item “WWI WW1 NAMED Pilot Medal Lot FOUNDER OF GRUMMAN Aircraft A P Loening Tiffany” is in sale since Sunday, November 24, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\United States\Medals, Pins & Ribbons”. The seller is “notime” and is located in Saint Petersburg, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.

Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA

Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA

Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA

Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA

Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA. The item “Legendary Aircraft of World War II Marshall Islands Medal Proof Set COA” is in sale since Sunday, September 10, 2017. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Commemorative”. The seller is “filmcardstars” and is located in Granite City, Illinois. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, Indonesia, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Viet nam, Uruguay, China, South Korea, Taiwan, South africa, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Ecuador, Egypt, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Macao, Paraguay.
  • Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
  • Composition: Brass
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Marshall Islands
  • Certification: Uncertified

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945

World War Two Casualty Medal Group to 2371548 Driver in Charge Arthur Barker of the 48th Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment Royal Artillery, Signals Section (Royal Signals). Who died on 6th May 1945 aged 33 as a Japanese Prisoner of War. Came from Meersbrook in Sheffield. The original grease proof paper medal envelopes. The original medal ribbons. Casualty Medal Slip confirming name and the award of the 4 medals. Original medal box sent to Mrs Barker – the right hand side of the address sticker has been torn away. Arthur Barker was taken prisoner of war in February / March 1942 in the Netherlands (Dutch) East Indies – now Indonesia. He was held in Prisoner of War camps in Malaysia. He remained as a prisoner of war until he died in captivity on 6th May 1945 – only a few weeks before the end of the war. The cause of death was malnutrition. He is buried at the Jakarta War Cemetary. Worthy of more research. Please let me know if you need any additional photos or details. Please see my other listings of British and foreign Medals and Militaria. Thanks and kind regards. The item “WW2 Medal Group Casualty 44th Light Anti Aircraft Signals Died POW 1945″ is in sale since Monday, October 8, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “harrypitt69″ and is located in Nottingham. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Featured Refinements: British WW2 Medal
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Country/ Organization: Great Britain
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: Army
  • Era: 1914-1945