WW2 NAVY / US MARINE CORPS EXPEDITIONARY MEDAL WAKE ISLAND DEVICE on WW1 US VICTORY MEDAL. THE WAKE ISLAND DEVICE (AS FOUND) APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN AWARDED TO A SAILOR OR MARINE THAT SERVED IN BOTH WORLD WARS. NEVER RECEIVING OR LOSING HIS. NAVY OR MARINE CORPS EXPEDITIONARY MEDAL, PUTTING IT ON HIS WW1 U. THIS ORIGINAL WAKE ISLAND DEVICE IS CAPTURED ON THE ORIGINAL WW1 US VICTORY MEDAL RIBBON BUT COULD BE REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM. The Wake Island Device was issued to be worn as a campaign clasp, inscribed with the words ” WAKE ISLAND “, centered on the upper portion of the Navy or Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal. A total of only 449 Marine Corps and 68 Navy personnel were eligible for the Wake Island Device, making it one of the rarest of United States military awards. As a point of comparison, there were a total of 472 Medal of Honor recipients during.
The product is an original WW1 French Inner Allied Victory Medal from the United States. It is a militaria item related to World War I (1914-18), depicting the theme of victory.
ORIGINAL WORLD WAR I UNITED STATES NAVY VICTORY MEDAL W/ “FULFORD” GRAND FLEET CLASP, & FULL WRAP BROOCH. RIBBON DRAPE TESTED U. The World War I Victory Medal is a service medal of the United States military which was first created in 1919, designed by James Earle Fraser. The medal was originally intended to be created due to an act of the United States Congress, however the bill authorizing the medal never passed, leaving the service departments to create the award through general orders. The United States Army published orders authorizing the World War I Victory Medal in April 1919 and the U. Navy followed in June of that same year. Known until 1947 simply as the “Victory Medal”, the World War I Victory Medal was awarded to any member of the U. Military who had served in the armed forces between the following dates in the following locations. 6 April 1917 to 11 November 1918 for any military service. 12 November 1918, to 5 August 1919 for service in European Russia. 23 November 1918, to 1 April 1920 for service with the American Expeditionary Force Siberia. The front of the bronze medal features a winged Victory holding a shield and sword on the front. The back of the bronze medal features “The Great War For Civilization” in all capital letters curved along the top of the medal. Curved along the bottom of the back of the medal are six stars, three on either side of the center column of seven staffs wrapped in a cord. The top of the staff has a round ball on top and is winged on the side. The staff is on top of a shield that says “U” on the left side of the staff and “S” on the right side of the staff. On left side of the staff it lists one World War I Allied country per line: France, Italy, Serbia, Japan, Montenegro, Russia, and Greece. On the right side of the staff the Allied country names read: Great Britain, Belgium, Brazil, Portugal, Rumania (spelled with a U instead of an O as it is spelled now), and China. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list. WW1 Victory Medal 5 Campaign Bars Defensive Sector St. Mihiel Aisne Marne Meuse. Defensive Sector Meuse – Argonne. 3 3/4″ Long x 1 3/8″ Wide The ribbon is in delicate condition, it is torn up around pin. Any tarnish or wear is consistent with being over 100 years old.
The vintage United States World War II Campaign and Services Victory Medal is a genuine piece of military history. Issued for those who participated in the pivotal conflicts of the era, this medal is an original item that embodies the spirit of the WW II (1939-45) era. Complete with its associated ribbon, this medal is a testament to the bravery and service of American veterans. Crafted in the United States, this militaria collectible holds significant historical value for both veterans and history enthusiasts alike. The intricate design and detail of the medal reflect the period’s craftsmanship and the important role the United States played in shaping world history. This piece is an essential addition to any collection honoring the sacrifices of those who served.
For your consideration a full size VINTAGE WW 1 Victory military medal CHAMPAGNE-MARNE, OISE-AISNE, YPRES-LYS, MEUSE-ARGONNE AND DEFENSIVE SECTOR BARS. Medal is in good condition with some slight aging. CRITERIA The World War I Victory Medal was awarded for military service during the First World War. It was awarded for active service between April 6, 1917, and November 11, 1918; for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in European Russia between November 12, 1918, and August 5, 1919; or for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in Siberia between November 23, 1918, and April 1, 1920. The following battle clasps, inscribed with a battle’s name, were worn on the medal to denote participation in major ground conflicts. Aisne (May 27 to June 5, 1918). Aisne-Marne (July 18 to August 6, 1918). Cambrai (May 12 to December 4, 1917). Champagne-Marne (July 15-18, 1918). Lys (April 9-27, 1918). Meuse-Argonne September 26 to Nov. Montdidier-Noyon (June 9-13, 1918). Oise-Aisne (August 18 to November 11, 1918). Mihiel (September 12-16, 1918). Somme-Defensive (March 21 to April 6, 1918). Somme-Offensive (August 8 to November 11, 1918). Vittorio-Veneto (October 24 to November 4, 1918). Ypres-Lys (August 19 to November 11, 1918). For general defense service, not involving a specific battle, the “Defensive Sector” Battle Clasp was authorized. The clasp was also awarded for any battle which was not already recognized by its own battle clasp. Adjusting the S&H is a manual process so paying before that process is completed will result in an overpayment. All must be paid for at one time on one invoice to receive these discounts. International Buyers – Please Note. HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN REAL SOON!
This medal has some wear from normal use. The medal has some tarnish. (Please see photos for more details). Additional photos available upon request. Please specify details you would like to see more clearly. Most items not sent internationally.
WWI Veteran Items for sale: WWI Victory Medal with clasps: Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Muese-Argonne, Defensive Sector; identification tag. This unit served at: Ypres-Lyes, Somme, Flanders. Eugene Waud (Army serial number 2310729) entered the service as a private and achieved the rank of sergeant. In later life, he married Alice and had two children: Virginia and Scott. He was an electrical engineer and retired from the New York Board of Fire Underwriters. Up for sale is the medal and the ID bracelet. The other documents are only for additional information.
PLEASE FOLLOW OUR E BAY STORE. SALE SEE OUR STORE. PLEASE READ WHOLE ADD. We do not want your feed back. We want your repeat business. We get that by posting new items at a fair price. Uncut roll 60 yards long. World War II Victory Medal. And Department of the Navy. Served in the armed forces between 7 December 1941 and 31 December 1946. (top) and campaign streamer. European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal. Merchant Marine World War II Victory Medal. Army of Occupation Medal. Or Navy Occupation Service Medal. The World War II Victory Medal is a service medal. Of the United States military. Which was established by an Act of Congress. On 6 July 1945 (Public Law 135, 79th Congress) and promulgated by Section V, War Department Bulletin 12, 1945. The World War I Victory Medal. Is the corresponding medal from World War I. The World War II Victory Medal was established by an Act of Congress on 6 July 1945 (Public Law 135, 79th Congress) and promulgated by Section V, War Department Bulletin 12, 1945. The medal was designed by Thomas H. And approved by the Secretary of War on 5 February 1946. Consequently, it did not transition from a ribbon to a full medal until after World War II. The World War II Victory Medal was first issued as a service ribbon. Referred to as the Victory Ribbon. The Congressional authorization for the medal specified that it was to be awarded to any member of the United States military, including members of the armed forces of the Government of the Philippine Islands. Who served on active duty, or as a reservist, between 7 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. On 8 August 1946, the separate Merchant Marine World War II Victory Medal. Was established for members of the United States Merchant Marine. Who served during World War II. The World War II Victory Medal was awarded for service between 7 December 1941 and 31 December 1946, both dates inclusive, with no minimum time in service requirement. The National Personnel Records Center. Has reported some cases of service members receiving the award for only a few days of service. As hostilities during the Second World War ended on 2 September 1945, there may be cases of service members who had enlisted, entered officer candidate school, or had been a cadet or midshipman at the U. Between 3 September 1945 and any date in 1946, receiving the medal without having been a veteran of the period of active hostilities during the war; the reason for this late date is that President Harry S. Did not declare an official end to hostilities until the last day of 1946. As every member of the United States Armed Forces who served from 7 December 1941 to 31 December 1946 was eligible for the medal, there were over twelve million eligible recipients, making the World War II Victory Medal the second most widely awarded military award of the United States, after the National Defense Service Medal. The bronze medal is 1. Is a figure of Liberation standing full length with head turned to dexter looking to the dawn of a new day, right foot resting on a war god’s helmet with the hilt of a broken sword in the right hand and the broken blade in the left hand, the inscription WORLD WAR II placed immediately below the center. Are inscriptions for the Four Freedoms. FREEDOM FROM FEAR AND WANT and FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND RELIGION separated by a palm branch, all within a circle composed of the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1941 1945. The suspension and service ribbon. Of the medal is 1. Inches wide and consists of the following stripes. Inch double rainbow in juxtaposition blues, greens, yellows, reds (center), yellows greens and blues. Inch White 67101; center. Inch Old Glory Red 67156. Inch double rainbow in juxtaposition. The rainbow on each side of the ribbon is a miniature of the pattern used in the World War I Victory Medal.
