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5 WWII Army Medals for Service in the Pacific – Philippines WW2 ML. Set of 5 World War Two Medals and mounted Ribbon Bar for service in the Pacific including service in the Philippine Islands. Army Good Conduct Medal American Campaign Medal Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with 2 bronze Campaign / Battle Stars World War Two Victory Medal Philippine Liberation Medal. Medals are full size and in new un-issued condition. Medals were made in the U. By a Government Contractor. Closed Saturday, Sunday and holidays.
WWII US Army Air Corps B-29 Pilot Medal and Memorabilia Lot. Medal in case is not inscribed, very good condition. 2 Maps of same location with notes written on each, shows wear–folded as found. Fly-Boy Follies Program has damage to back but very interesting find. Colston Hall Bristol England Program shows wear. Sou’Easter Magazine for wartime shipbuilders, age-related discoloring and wear. All from the estate of Bruce Alger who piloted a B-29 during WWII and later became a US Representative. I will include 2 other items of correspondence not pictured to provide provenance. Please look carefully at photos.
This originates from the estate of 3rd Battalion, Company “K” Commander, Captain Leo S. Made of brass, aluminum, and steel, this display shield is in SUPERB condition for its age! Featuring numerous Battlefield Relics; Medals & Awards (both US and German); a German belt Buckle; Shrapnel; Insignias, Pins, and other items! Kosak both during and after his time of service. The Veterans Badge suggests he did not participate in WW2. Appears he was once attached to an Artillery Unit, due to the collar disk. Some spots are empty, where some things have been lost over time, but it does not detract. There is some slight wear due to the age, but that is expected, consider the age. A VERY interesting item, it w. Ould be a PERFECT addition to any collection or display! Powered by SixBit’s eCommerce Solution.
WWI Imperial Army Austro Hungarian Medal Bar Mini Stickpin Rare 1914 Iron Cross. Iron Cross is MAKER MARKED Silver. Original WWI Imperial Army Medal bar stickpin. Iron Cross Second Class 1914. Medal Austrian Commemoration Medal with Swords. Hungarian 1914 1918 Commemoration Medal. Bulgarian War Medal 1915 1918. Wounds Badge in Silver Grade. As Photographed with wear as seen – Serviceable. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
Has wear from use and storage. As I got it out of the estate. The photo was found inside the box. I tried to find more info on James. But no one knew anything. Brooch is not numbered. Box has wear from storage. THIS IS DUE TO EBAYS POLICY ON KNIVES. COMPLAIN TO THEM ABOUT IT. ALL ITEMS ARE AS IS. DETAILED PHOTOS AND DESCRIPTIONS MATCH THE ITEM AND SHOW AND DESCRIBE EXACT CONDITIONS. THERE IS NO BRICK AND MORTAR STORE SO THERE IS NO LOCAL PICK-UPS.
ARMY ID’d 32nd DIVISION VICTORY MEDAL KIA PLAQUE JULY 31, 1918. ARMY ID’d 32nd DIVISION VICTORY MEDAL KIA PLAQUE JULY 31, 1918 NAMED TO WAR HERO. KILLED IN ACTION JULY 31st, 1918. BIRTH: 11 Jan 1887 Port Huron Township, St. Clair County, Michigan, USA. DEATH: 31 Jul 1918 (aged 31) Sergy, Departement de l’Aisne, Picardie, France. BURIAL: Lakeside Cemetery Port Huron, St. Charles Hammond Son of Robert Hammond born in Ireland, and Sarah Rosetta McIntosh born in Ontario, and brother to John J. Born in Canada and Francis W. His dad was a railroad engineer. Charles was a member of the national guard, well liked and respected by the men who chose him to be promoted to the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, which. Was customary in that time. Also, a member of the Masonic Lodge, and articles about him were often found in the local newspaper. He also was an excellent machinist by trade. He enlisted in the U. Army in 1910, at the age of 23. When his regiment was activated, they were sent to El Paso Texas to deal with Poncho Villa. He was promoted at that time to 1st lieut. When ww1 began, the unit was deployed. To France on Feb. 1918, the 125th Infantry, 32d Division, A. Being then, a part of the Red Arrow Division. It was on July 31 1918 that they were tasked with destroying a machine gun nest on hill 212. While leading his men of Company L into the battlefield of France, he was wounded in the arm but continued on leading his men but received a fatal wound killing him in action on July 31, 1918, on Hill 212 in Sergy, France. After his death, his men accomplished their mission, taking out Hill 212. He was one of the first men from Port Huron to die and many more from across America and abroad were to follow as the war raged on. His funeral was befitting a hero and the casket displayed at the old city hall was finally placed on a Caisson, and the long procession of legionnaires, mason, dignitaries and ordinary folks, slowly and solemnly, wound it’s way to the cemetery for burial. Many honors were awarded to him Posthumously: The Distinguished Service Cross for heroism. Croix de Guerre (The Cross of War) France’s highest medal award to a non French Citizen Medals from the British, and Belgian American Legion Post 8 in Port Huron was named in his honour (1919,). Army Company L, 125th Infantry Regiment, 32d Division, A. Date of Action: July 31, 1918. Citation: The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Charles A. Hammond, First Lieutenant, U. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Sergy, France, July 31, 1918. Advancing up and beyond Hill No. 212, First Lieutenant Hammond was shot through the arm, yet he refused to go to the rear, even for first-aid treatment, but continued to assault with his platoon, until he received two more wounds, the last of which caused his death. 1918 Home Town: Port Huron, MI. Army, World War One-Pvt. Hammond died in the service of his Country. Awards: Purple Heart Medal, WW1 Victory Medal. THE EXACT DESIGN OF THE VICTORY MEDAL STAR IN THE CENTER OF THE PLAQUE IS ALSO USED IN THE U. WW1 VICTORY MEDAL LAPEL BUTTON THAT WAS MADE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WW1 U. VICTORY MEDAL COMMISIONED BY THE U. WAR DEPARTMENT AND U. THE SOLID BRONZE EMBLEM WAS DESIGNED BY SCULPTOR ADOLPH ALEXANDER WEINMAN OF NEW YORK CITY UNDER SUPERVISION OF THE COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS. THE BRONZE WORKMANSHIP IS VERY WELL DONE AND REFLECTS A HIGH LEVEL OF QUALITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP. The World War I Victory Lapel Button first issued November 14,1919 is a five-pointed star 5/8-inch in diameter on a wreath with the letters U. For persons wounded in action, the lapel button is silver; for all others, the lapel button is bronze. Eligibility requirements are the same for the World War I Victory Medal. VICTORY MEDAL STAR IS SOLID BRASS. PLAQUE IS WOOD (OAK). RETAINS ITS ORIGINAL BRASS HANGER ON THE REVERSE. EMBOSSED ON THE FRONT LOWER APEX : J. J. R. WITH AN A CIRCLE WITHIN A CIRCLE JUST ABOVE IT. OVERALL DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT 12″ x WIDTH 11 5/8″ x THICKNESS 1. The Victory Button was designed by. The sculptor, Adolph Alexander Weinman of New York City. Under the supervision of the Commission of Fine Arts. HAMMOND IN HIS WW1 ERA MICHIGAN NATIONAL UNIFORM PROVIDED WITH THE PICTURES IN THIS LISTING IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY AND IS NOT INCLUDED. THIS IS NOT A REPRODUCTION.
A very nice vintage medal with ribbon.
This is an original, awarded WWII US Army wrap brooch good conduct medal. It is a unique piece of militaria that showcases the bravery and service of American soldiers during World War II. The medal is made in the United States and is an original period item that will be a valuable addition to any collection. The medal features a wrap brooch design and is made of high-quality materials. It is a perfect gift for collectors of militaria or history enthusiasts. This medal is a testament to the courage and sacrifice of American soldiers during one of the most significant events in modern history. This is a genuine medal. Please see the photos.
This is an extremely fine World War II U. Air Medal awarded to 1st Lt. Hamlen, 77th Infantry Division that is excellent condition. The planchet is with a beautiful satin bronze finish to both sides. The reverse is officially hand engraved in six lines with,’1st Lt. Hamlen – 77 Inf. It is suspended from the original ribbon which is solid and with vibrant color. The medal is mounted on the correct WWI type slot broach that is complete with functional pin assembly. It remains an absolutely gorgeous 6-line engraved medal in excellent condition.