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Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of the post communist issued Auschwitz Cross given to survivors from 1985 till 1999. With one exception, one person received a medal in 2004. This is the rare and later version example made after the fall of communism in Poland. It is a more crisp example then the communist ones and is inscribed RP, instead of the communist PRL. The box is excellent and the embossed eagle now has the crown restored. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “marcusreno” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Poland
  • Country/ Organization: Poland
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: army
  • Era: 1914-1945

The Distinguished Flying Medal 1918 To 1982 Tavender 623 Pages Superb Rare

The Distinguished Flying Medal 1918 To 1982 Tavender 623 Pages Superb Rare

IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND — DETAILS OF ALL RECIPIENTS. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “battleoftrafalgar” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Antigua and Barbuda, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Republic of 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, Brazil, Japan, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Barbados, Brunei Darussalam, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Ecuador, Egypt, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Grenada, French Guiana, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Macau, Monaco, Maldives, Montserrat, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Paraguay, Reunion, Turks and Caicos Islands, Aruba, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Chile, Bahamas, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, El Salvador, Trinidad and Tobago, Vietnam.
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

Medal Order for Service to the Homeland Superb condition

USSR Soviet Russian Medal Order for Service to the Homeland. 12 197 – Superb Condition, Semi Mirror Reverse Variation! The order is in near mint condition with all details crisp and it shows a very attractive patina. 100% AUTHENTIC AND PERFECT CONDITION! This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “e.fom77″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Country/ Organization: Russia
  • Era: 1945-Present

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of post communist Auschwitz Cross with ribbon and case

Superb example of the post communist issued Auschwitz Cross. This is the rare example made after the fall of communism in Poland and only given to the remaining survivors. For one and half years until 1985. One exception being made to a Polish social worker after that date. It is a more crisp example then the communist ones and is inscribed RP, instead of the communist PRL. The box is excellent and the embossed eagle now has the crown restored. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “marcusreno” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Poland
  • Country/ Organization: Poland
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Service: army
  • Era: 1914-1945

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner

Dispatched with Other Courier (3 to 5 days). Collection of medals etc issued to Lieutenant Raymond Michael William Turner consists of. Battle of Britain star. Air crew Europe star. With original box and medal notification leaflet. Buttons and original clothes identification tag ribbon in Lt turnerss name. Lt turners original university of London school examination certificate, passing in oral French and written French dated 1937. Also his original cloud atlas book for aviators dated 1942 and meteorology book and two other things see pictures on easylveauctions. Com/carnbreaauctions. All documents and medals are genuine, with exception to Lt turners Copy of death certificate. Any questions please ask. The item “Superb WW2 Medal Group Air Crew Europe Star And Paperwork LT Turner” is in sale since Friday, September 25, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “ebelgrahc” and is located in Camborne. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, North, South, or Latin America, all countries in continental Asia, Ireland, Australia, Germany, France.
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
  • Featured Refinements: Medal Group

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain’s Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain's Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals

Up for sale is a really superb group to a Navy Captain who, quite honestly, played a vital part in winning the Second World War! However, had it not been for this Captain, there would not have been sufficient critical valves, direct current motors, or welding rod to build ships and shore facilities during the war. In other words, had it not been for the direct work of THIS war hero, the other “war heroes” who earned their fame in a few minutes or few days of fighting would have never gotten to where they needed to go, or been supported when they got there. Literally – this man was key to the US war effort and our winning of WW2. Not only that, but he had a remarkable career as an athlete at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. He was part of the varsity football, baseball, and wrestling teams as a member of the Class of 1909. Simply from the amount of historic USNA memorabilia in this group, it’s purely amazing! The group consists of his Legion of Merit in its original, very early, short titled box of issue. It is not named but it is a Navy issued award. In the 66 pages of scanned, digital personnel file that come with this group (no original documents) this award and the reasons for it are mentioned multiple times. Likewise, in his personnel file, it contains his naval record from the time he was a midshipman to when he retired as a Captain. In addition to his Legion of Merit and it’s original coffin box, the group contains his Naval Reserve medal with wrap brooch, his WW1 Victory Medal with GRAND FLEET clasp, his American Campaign Medal, WW2 Victory Medal, his 1909 class crest pin in gold, his engraved and named 1907 and 1908 sharpshooter marksman medal, a WW1 medal from the Sons of the American Revolution, named to him, two Navy Athletic Association medals that he earned in 1908 and 1909 for being a wrestling champion at the Academy and finally, probably one of the coolest things I’ve owned in all of my collecting years: a gold baseball and gold football, both named to him, commemorating their victories over Army while he was a midshipman! I don’t list items for “show and tell” – I list to sell them. If you don’t agree with my asking price, please feel free to make me a respectful and reasonable offer. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. The item “Superb WW1 and WW2 US Navy Captain’s Naval Academy USNA Legion of Merit Medals” is in sale since Wednesday, August 19, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\United States\Medals & Ribbons”. The seller is “rackops51″ and is located in Chesapeake, Virginia. 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, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.
  • Modified Item: No

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group

A Very scarce Air Crew Europe star with France and Germany Clasp group to Lieutenant Commander (A) Swordfish Pilot Albert Guthrie. The attribution for this group is as follows both rank boards are named to the rear Lt. A Guthrie (A) one of the pair of wings is also named A. GUTHRIE The Group also comes with a rare Canadian Railway Medal that was offered by Albert to the British Museum in the 1950′s but they already had an example. Please see below for a detailed description of the medal. Later in life Albert liked to be known as Brett and was a part of the St Ives artists movement. Originally born in Barrow-in-Furness in 1916, to a Russian mother and English father, Bret Guthrie moved to Cornwall in 1926 when his father’s work took the family to Falmouth, where he enjoyed his school years before the family moved again to East London. Whilst living in Nancledra, a cycling accident in St Ives threw him quite literally, at the feet of David Leach, son of the renowned potter. This led to a life-long friendship with both father and son, as well as a job dealing with the pottery’s accounts. During his time at the Leach Pottery he also learnt about glazes, clay preparation and fired a few of his own pots. When the original kiln hearth, built by Tsurunosuke Matsubayashi in 1922 came to the end of its useful life, Guthrie and David Leach constructed a new one. At this time, Bernard Leach was away teaching at Dartington and as he and his son were so busy, Bret was tasked with experimenting with clay mixes and glazes and recording the results for the use of the pottery. Through Leach, Bret met and befriended many of the St Ives artists, Peter Lanyon, Naum Gabo, Adrian Stokes, Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson etc. He married, and despite his role as a pilot in the RNVR, he survived the war unscathed and took up teaching in 1946. Bret followed a productive and satisfying career, teaching in various Cornish schools and enjoying the exciting social life of post-war St Ives. He took an active interest in archaeology and joined many important digs and his work in Cornish pre-history led to his induction as a Bard in the Cornish Gorseth in 1959. In later life, he travelled extensively and involved himself in many local community projects including the creation of the Tate St Ives. It was here at the Tate in 2001, where Bret passed away whilst invigilating. Ancestry records have given me a confirmed picture of Albert (Brett) Guthrie later in life and a interesting self penned obit. The Canadian medal with the group is a superb piece of early Canadian railway history. An Efficiency and Good Conduct Medal in Silver of the Grand Trunk Railway Company of Canada. His son Francis Henry Trevithick, was the first locomotive Superintendent of the Grand Trunk Railway Company of Canada F H Trevithick’s assistant was W S Mackenzie and indeed Mackenzie succeeded him as Superintendent late in 1859, a position he held till 1863, The medal is large for a wearable award being 4.5cm in diameter and weighing in at 59g. It appears to be on its original silk ribbon as it is fitted with a hanging/investiture loop. Please note the medal is very lightly edge engraved in a contemporary period style but needs a eye glass to read the inscription. Medal came in its original leather case maker marked Joseph S Wyon Chief Engraver of her Majesty’s seals 287 Regent Street London. A nice early Canadian railway historical item. Keywords FLEET AIR ARM, ROYAL NAVY, RNVR, PILOT, SWORDFISH, Squadron, torpedo bomber, lieutenant, commander, Air Crew Europe, Canadian, Grand Trunk Railway Company of Canada, Railway, Ottawa, medal, medals. The item “Superb Ww2 Fleet Air Arm medal group” is in sale since Sunday, May 26, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War II (1939-1945)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “kingsman64″ and is located in Daventry. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

Superb Ww1 American Jewish Fighter Ace Aviation Medal Badge & Documents Pilot

CAPTAIN JACQUES SWAAB 22. AERO SQUADRON DSC, 2X SILVER STARS AND PURPLE HEART. RECOMMENDED AND APPROVED FOR THE AWARD OF THE MEDAL OF HONOR. Of American pilots serving exclusively with the US squadrons, Jaques Swaab was the 3. Highest scoring Ace of WW1. The two higher scoring were the Rickenbacker with 26, flying from March 1918 and the remarkable Frank Luke with 18 from July 1918. Swaab first saw action in September 1918 and spent several weeks in hospital after being wounded, had 10 confirmed and a further up to 7 unconfirmed in just 65 hours in the air! One of, if not the highest of any Nation for hours flown to victories. The first 3 scored on his first flight over the front during an epic encounter in which he was seriously wounded, passed out and crashed his aircraft.. Of all American pilots serving during WW1, Swaab was joint 25. Highest scoring Ace, however the vast majority of the others had served with the RFC or French Air service for a good time (some years), many of these never serving in a US squadron. Distinguished Service Cross, numbered 6256 to Swaab. Silver Star with Oak leaf cluster for second Award, named to Swaab. Purple Heart, named to Swaab. Victory medal with 3 clasps and 10 silver stars one for each victory. New York State Conspicuous Service Cross, no2055. New York State WWI Service Medal. Incredibly rare Aero Club of America Award, only given to Aces. Ribbon bars for above medals. Swaabs WW1 flying licence. Swaabs Pilot badge, unit patch and collar badges from uniform. Aero Squadron enamel badge, only a handful of these extent. One of the photos in the group shows Swaab wearing his. World War Birds International badge and certificate (no 204). Another hugely rare piece. This was an association of Wartime pilots from all Nations who met for reunions badge shows both Allied and German insignia. Framed Wound Award document named to Swaab, dated September 10, 1918 with facsimile signature of Woodrow Wilson. Fantastic framed studio portrait in uniform wearing the ribbon of the DSC and 22nd Pursuit Squadron pin. Large photo of Swaab in civilian clothes with a lapel pin of the DSC. Framed group photo of Mayor of New York presenting Swaab with a model of a Spad. Large framed photo of Swaabs Spad in which he shot down most of his victories. Several original photos of Swaab in uniform, with fellow pilots and next to aircraft. 82 negatives of 22. Aero Squadron pilots, Spads, Aces, Swaab etc, many of which have been modern printed and put into a folder. Copy of The Dawn Patrol, original copy with dedication from Swaabs daughter of course Swaab was technical consultant on the film! Huge amount of supporting documentation and research in a large ring binder; recommendations for Medal of Honor and other awards, combat reports, history of 22. Aero Squadron, unit rosters etc etc. Swaabs commander, Ray Brooks, recommended him for the Medal of Honor for Swaabs first flight, as well as subsequent actions flown while Swaab was still recovering from his wounds. Brooks remembered Swaab as being an excellent chap to be with, a well-bred fellow of good background, well taken care of by the ladies in the USA. He was suave and well-educated; Jewish, but not very religious. A millionaires son, when he was 18, Swaab and his fathers chauffeur built a plane in his garage. They flipped a coin to see who would try it first and Swaab won, crashing the contraption into a wall. After installing a second seat they both managed to get the rebuilt plane into the air, and got good enough to perform simple manoeuvres for local onlookers. It was later, at the School of Aeronautics at Ohio State that Swaab learned he and the chauffeur had been doing things with our airplane that were supposed to be impossible. Swaab volunteered to fly in June, 1917, two months after war was declared and after initial training and a short stint as a flying instructor, he was assigned to the 22nd Aero on 27. August 1918, where he and a lot of other novice pilots would have to do or die in very quick order. After getting in a few practice hops, Swaab made his first combat flight on September 8, 1918. Why should I flatter myself by saying that I was frightened? N Even those words do not adequately describe my condition. Led by Brooks who had only five trips over the front under his belt, the patrol of newbieswas ordered by Capt. Bridgman to Stick togetherlearn your planesand be sure to keep inside your own lines. Swaab would be seeing the front for the first time and was to familiarize himself with landmarks. He recounted what happened during his first combat missionHe had been flying at the rear of a six-plane formation when the leader [Brooks had already turned back with engine trouble] dove away almost vertically, followed in turn by each of the others. Swaab held back, convinced that his comrades were bent on suicide. Up to that point, he had been flying Nieuports, which had all borne placards instructing their pilots never to dive at more than 120 mph, and nobody had told him that Spad 13s were much sturdier and would hold together in a vertical dive. Swaab prudently took his time coming down through a cloud, expecting to find all of his flight strewn in pieces over the countryside. Instead, he saw none of them at all. Climbing back above the clouds, Swaab flew west for 20 minutes. When next he descended through the clouds, he spotted an airfield below. Eureka, Im saved, thought Swaab. As he was coming in to land, another aircraft took off and started climbing up at him. Fortunately, I turned in, Swaab recounted, or that crazy nut would have collided with me. It was during his turn that Swaab saw a large gray cross on the tail of what he now recognized as a Fokker DVII. Unaware that a strong northeast wind had been blowing all day, he had made almost no progress in the opposite direction and had thus ended up over a German aerodrome… Swaab recovered from his shock in time to pull around on the equally surprised German and give him a burst of machine-gun fire; the Fokker went down in flames. With one of his two guns jammed and being fired on from the ground by machine gun and archie, Swaab pulled away into the sun, only to find himself being dived on by a 100 enemy planes. Actually, there were only 10, he explained but I saw each one 10 times! Swaab fired at the leader and saw his antagonist go spinning down. Breaking clear, Swaab again headed west for the nearest hole in the clouds. Just before he reached it, another Fokker got on his tail. Swaab recounted what ensued in his diary. The next instant I saw a group of about 10 Fokkers had enticed me into a game of ring-around-the-rosy, in which the object seemed to be for each one in turn to practice aerial gunnery on me! Fortune permitted me to get closer and closer to a cloudwhen one chap who worked for Buffalo Bill shooting pennies off a blind mans head mistook me for his old partnerand missedgently touching my scalp with three bullets. The cloud had come closer to me and I headed for it when an unfortunate Boche got in the way of some American-made bullets and burst into flames. I made the cloudvrilled a billion metres three times, passed away into semi-consciousness and next found myself pinned under my plane. And French was being spoken! The people argued about my nationality, forgetting that the planes occupant needed assistance until they were awakened by my saying, `Lever ici [lift here]! I knew that phrase perfectlya year of seeing it on every machine had impressed it into my mind. Between them, US units on the ground and formation of Breguet 14B2s of 96. Aero Squadron returning from a bombing mission had witnessed the entire fight and confirmed his three victories. Swaab was given up for lost by his squadron mates for two days. Even after he rejoined them, it was decided that, behind the cavalier humor, he was badly shaken up by the experience. He was therefore sent south to the mineral spa at Vittel to rest. He was soon joined there by Ray Brooks, who was in a similar condition after an epic dogfight of his ownBrooks and Swaab soon came to the conclusion that returning to the front was preferable to the depressing sight of the physical and mental casualties who arrived at Vittel by the trainfull each day. Both agreed to cut short their leave and rejoin the 22nd, which by that time had completed its operations over the St. Mihiel sector and was now flying over the even tougher Argonne Forest. Brooks Medal of Honor statement describes Swaab as still suffering from his wounds when he made his next kills. Swaab quipped, My lip (which he had badly split) was in such great shape that I was sure I would be back in the chewing-gum business a reference to Fleer, his employer before the war. Swaab would become a double ace in little more than a month–a total of 65 hours in the air. During an interview He told how: Our average flight was an hours duration. We carried a maximum of two hours fuel in the Spad and, many times, like the French, if there was a cloud in the sky we didnt fly. If we flew two hours in the day, we considered it a long day. So even the `on days were short. During that month Swaab developed, according to Brooks, into a marksman and a virtuoso pilot. You can read descriptions of Swaabs subsequent actions in the affidavits collected for Brooks Medal of Honor application on his behalf. They are now part of the Brooks Collection at the Archives of the National Air and Space Museum (I have copies or all). His recommendation and affidavits is several pages long so for times sake I will just add the Citations for Awards actually received. Swaab’s DSC came through in 1920. The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Air Service) Jacques M. Swaab, United States Army Air Service, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with 22d Aero Squadron, 2d Pursuit Group, U. Army Air Service, A. Near Montfaucon, France, 28 September 1918, and in the region of Champignuelle, 27 October 1918. On September 28 Lieutenant Swaab, although himself pursued by two enemy planes, perceiving one of his comrades in distress and in danger of being shot down, dived upon the enemy plane which was directly behind that of his comrade and shot the enemy plane out of control, forcing it to withdraw. His prompt act in going to the assistance of his comrade enabled the latter to escape. On October 27 Lieutenant Swaab and another member of his group engaged in combat with seven enemy planes. In this encounter, although outnumbered, Lieutenant Swaab continued in his attack and succeeded in shooting down an enemy D. Silver Star Citation 1. By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 Bul. 1918, First Lieutenant (Air Service) Jacques M. Swaab, United States Army Air Service, is cited by the Commanding General, American Expeditionary Forces, for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. First Lieutenant Swaab distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as a Pilot with the 22d Aero Squadron, 2d Pursuit Group, American Expeditionary Forces, in action near Metz, France, 8 September 1918, while on an aerial patrol over enemy lines. Silver Star Citation 2. First Lieutenant Swaab distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as a Pilot with the 22d Aero Squadron, 2d Pursuit Group, American Expeditionary Forces, in action near Thiaucourt, France, 31 October 1918, while leading a patrol. Notice there is no reference to Swaab’s exploit’s on September 8, 1918!!! But the citation cherry picks two of the list of dates offered by Brooks in his MOH application which did include the September 8. Among his other victories, On 23 October Swaab shot down in flames a Fokker D. VII that had just destroyed an American balloon. Evidence suggests his opponent was German 26 Victory Ace Max Näther. Of Jasta 62, who amazingly survived the terrifying ordeal. Blowing up an aircraft 2000 meters from the ground and almost being upset in the process was the experience of Swaab on 31. October 1918, his last Official victory. I was flying last man in our patrol and had just headed north east, when looking below and behind I saw an LVG heading in a westerly direction over Trieourcourt, I signalled to the pilot in front and seeing no other planes, I dived on the LVG.. It turned and headed for its own lines and climbed very rapidly. I climbed from 2000 to 3300 meters, following it and reserving my fire until within 100 feet behind and below it. We were then at between two to four miles from Verdun. Lieutenant Swaab then opened fire letting go about 260 rounds which seemed to go right through the fuselage close to the pilot and observer. When there was an explosion Said Swaab The LVG flying into pieces. The explosion shook my plane, throwing it up and momentarily out of control as I was but a short distance away. It had a dark green and black fuselage, wings, tail, white lines making cross on tail. As Commander of B Flight, 22. Aero Squadron, Swaab finished the War with 10 confirmed and up to another 7 unconfirmed Victories. He was highest scoring pilot of 22. Pursuit Group to which 22. Victories 4, 8 and 9 were shared with another pilot. He was technical advisor on Howard Hawks 1930 film, the original Dawn Patrol with Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. Although a lot of sites state Swaab worked on the 1938 version. He was an early member of Cross and Cockade and the main speaker at the August 17, 1962 meeting. He died a year later of heart trouble and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, his squadron mate Ray Brooks present along with other notables including General Carl Spaatz. Swaab flew a Spad XIII with the bore the name Mayer II benneth the cockpit in honour of his Father and a star for each victory placed round the units comet insignia. In the large files I have of Swaab, are copies of the recommendation by Brooks for the Congressional Medal of Honor on April 1, these are signed as approved by the board but nothing further seems to have come of actually receiving the Award. Rickenbacker himself had to lobby well into the 1920s to have his Awarded, perhaps Swaab just didnt feel it worth perusing. On another note, there are surprising similarities between Swaab and the group I also have to German fighter pilot Jakob Wolff ; both of course Jewish, both very rich and neither needed to serve and both were in the cigarette/cigar industry! PLEASE NOTE; If you have any questions and require more images please get in touch or contact me directly at jagermedals and I will send you what you need. SEE MY OTHER AUCTIONS FOR SIMILAR ITEMS. Keywords; Aircraft plane pilot jasta photos aviation medal flieger flugzeug album photoalbum fabric insignia observer rfc rnas royal flying corps raf royal air force naval air service seeflieger marineflieger medal. The item “SUPERB WW1 AMERICAN JEWISH FIGHTER ACE AVIATION MEDAL BADGE & DOCUMENTS PILOT” is in sale since Friday, May 24, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War I (1914-1918)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “albatrosj1″ and is located in SCOTLAND. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen

Please definitely do wait for the invoice as the prices listed are an estimate and will most probably be less than listed. This listing is from a small collection which I have had for a while. Please see all my other listings. These medals were awarded to LIEUT. Please view all photos as they form an integral part of the item description. Please be sure to add me to your favorites list. All costs are in GBP (Pounds Sterling). We make every effort to provide a fair and accurate description of the condition of items offered for sale. The item “Superb WW1 Officer Lieutenant Medals Complete as if just posted J. L Allen” is in sale since Friday, February 22, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\World War I (1914-1918)\Medals/ Ribbons”. The seller is “domineyeffect” and is located in Poole. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
  • Service: Army
  • Era: 1914-1945
  • Type: Medals & Ribbons
  • Country/ Organization: Great Britain
  • Conflict: World War I (1914-1918)

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

Ww2 Superb Lot Italian Facist Medal / Badge Group. Mario Martorano

WW2 SUPERB LOT ITALIAN FACIST MEDAL / BADGE GROUP. Ex Military collector, all in the same bag with a note MARIO MARTORANO The back of one of the badges is engraved with this name. No other history is known about the original owner or of the grouping. Various cap badges, badges, medals & a Mussolini medallion. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. _gsrx_vers_827 GS 7.0.13 (827). The item “WW2 SUPERB LOT ITALIAN FACIST MEDAL / BADGE GROUP. MARIO MARTORANO” is in sale since Friday, February 23, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectables\Militaria\1939 – 1945 (WWII)”. The seller is “hnco” and is located in Woolloongabba, Brisbane. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Product Type: Badges & Medals
  • Authenticity: Original
  • Era: WW2
  • Country: Italy