Delve into the history of the Second World War with this authentic, Named, Army Air Corps Air Medal, an early type coffin case brooch. Embellished with the original WWII wrap, it serves as a tangible piece of the past, hailing directly from the United States, where it was crafted during the tumultuous years of 1939-45. This original piece is not just a collector’s item but a tribute to the valor and service of the era. The brooch, emblematic of the period’s militaria, stands as a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who served in the aerial conflicts of the time. Its meticulous preservation ensures that its story continues to be told for generations to come.
Imperial German World War I 1914 Presentation 1st Class Iron Cross Decoration. Measures 1 3/4″ wide by 1 3/4″ tall. The front of the four-armed Maltese cross shows a King’s crown on the upper arm with a’W’ in the center. The lower arm is dated’1914′. The reverse side is hand engraved that reads’Hauptm. Has a wide vertical pin back with a’c’ catch. There is a maker’s mark at the base that reads’KO’. Three-piece die struck nickel construction with a magnetic center. Awarded for gallantry in combat action. Please wait for the invoice after all auctions are completed. However, please do not clean the items for any reason. While we strive to provide accurate information, we understand that opinions on authenticity can vary.
WW2 Original 101st Airborne 327th Glider Regiment “C” Co. Original 101st airborne Sargents grouping with 1945 airborne rank document. Vets name is underlined with notes that he is rated as a paratrooper. Original 101st airborne patch, glider wing, medals, not named. War time silk flag. Great original named airborne grouping.
Named Pre WWII / WWII U. Navy Yangtze Service Medal Group. The group is comprised of the seven federal medals and one VFW medal of Merle Benjamin West, who served in the United States Navy from the 1920′s through the Second World War. These medals are comprised of West’s named Navy Good Conduct Medal with full wrap brooch and officially hand engraved on four lines “Benjamin Merle West 1926″. The medal has two bars for subsequent awards, one officially engraved “1935″ and the other officially engraved “1938″. Both are officially hand engraved on the reverse “Merle Benjamin West”, indicating that West’s first and middle names were switched the medal planchet. The group further includes the U. Navy Yangtze Service Medal, full wrap brooch, with the edge numbered M. 3120″; American Defense Medal, slot brooch, with Navy “Fleet bar; American Campaign Medal, crimp brooch; European Campaign Medal, crimp brooch; Pacific Campaign Medal, crimp brooch; and the WWII Victory Medal, slot brooch. The group also includes a Veterans of Foreign Wars medal with an enamel “Past Post Officer of the Day” suspension bar. Also included is a 9 pace ribbon rack, circa 1980′s, which displays the ribbons for the seven federal medals as well as the Navy Commendation Ribbon (which had no medal) and the ribbon for the Philippine Liberation Medal which West likely never actually received. The ribbon for the Yangtze Service Medal has had fading of the yellow stripes to an almost white color. The group includes old index cards on which are typed West’s service record. The medals are all in excellent condition. Research has found that Merle Benjamin West was born 30 June 1901 and died 25 February 1989. His enlisted service number was 385 09 42, and his CWO2 number was 342617. He received his commission on 18 January 1944, with seniority from 15 December 1943. His original enlistment date was 8 April, 1919, and he transferred to the Fleet Reserve on 10 March 1939, then being “Reactivated” on 9 May 1941. At that time he joined the crew of the attack transport “USS Heywood” (AP-12 / APA-6) on 27 May 1941. He spent most, if not all, of WWII aboard the Heywood, which was involved in patrols in the Atlantic and the landing of U. Marines in Iceland, then moving to the Pacific where it was involved in combat operations which included Guadalcanal. The Heywod received seven battle stars for its actions in World War II. Merle West retired on 1 October 1948. Item location large wood cabinet 5th drawer left side.
NAMED US Military Bronze Star Medal and Ribbon. Name inscribed / attributed to on back Kenneth D. Smith this was framed along with his Combat Infantry Pin (separate listing), but the condition of the shadow box was not all that nice. This has been recently acquired so please check pictures closely as this is the exact item you will receive. If you want to see other pictures, or have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask!
Army Bronze Star Medal Boxed Named. Bought this about eight years ago. I think it’s time to let it go his people did not want it so maybe someone else can do better than I did with it. They reside in Mt. You can shoot me a best offer for it will glady take it. Thanks all the Joseph.
This listing is more aimed for those who seek to preserve history almost lost to time. Now found within the folds of modern marketplaces, I attempt to find as much information about their service, along with photos, obituaries, any other information pertaining to the individual. May God bless those past and present who sacrifice so much for us, and may their sacrifice never be in vain. Here is an Army Good Conduct Medal that is named to Phillip C McManus. He was born on October 26, 1924 in Pomona, California. He lived in California, going through middle, high, to Junior/Community College before registering for the draft on December 20, 1942, volunteering around June of 1943 (Progress-Bulletin), and officially enlisting on September 28, 1943. He found himself in the Air Corps Reserves in Sheppard Field Air Corps Base in Wichita Falls, Texas. The base conducted basic training in eight different schools of the Air Corps including Glider Mechanics School, but the primary focus was to train Aircraft Mechanics. McManus was then stationed at Lowry Field in Denver, Colorado in 1944 (Progress-Bulletin) which used to be an Air Force military base. At the time of his discharge he held the rank of Sergeant with the specialty of Airplane Armorer Gunner, to which he made inspections and repairs on aircraft armament such as bomb release mechanisms, cannons, guns, equipment, and more. He was part of a bombardment group, but the quality of his DD212 & Discharge Certificate is so poor, it’s hard to tell what it could be. The paper trail effectively ends there. His Army Good Conduct Medal. Replacement Ribbon Bars American Camp. Copy of his DD212, Discharge Certificate, & VA Benefits Documents. Copy of all documents pictured. The medal is in good condition, has a circle marking from an adhesive tag. The ribbon has a bit of wear too.
I have no history on the original owner. Numbered 18756 and named to E. Some staining on the ribbon. 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.
This is an exceptional WW1 War Service medal award by the Sons of the American Revolution to a member who served in World War One. This medal is script engraved to John Seward. While a fairly common name i came upon roughly 6-10 John Sewards who served in the US during WW1. The Sons of the American Revolution does habe records and i believe it would be highly like that if you access those you can find out exactly which John Seward it was awarded too.. The Sons of the American Revolution is a society were all members can trace their legacy back to having direct relatives who fought in the revolutionary war/ war of independence. I suspect the resesearch could yield some very interesting history on the Seward family.. This sons of the american revolution ww1 service medal are fairly uncommon and named ones are much more desirable… Medal or all types from this society are highly collected. This is for the medal planchet only no ribbon was present with the medal! Planchet is near mint with a stunning bronze patina! Thanks for looking check out all my ww1 and military collectibles!
