Original early 1930’s photograph of Captain George Bowers, USMC. As a 2nd Lt in WW1, Bowers was awarded the Navy Cross and Distinguished Service Cross for action at Thiacourt, France in 1918 while with the 81st Company, 6th MG Battalion. He was also awarded two Silver Stars, two Purple Hearts and three French Croix de guerre Medals. He earned a battlefield commission and was a “Mustang” Marine. He also served in Haiti and the USS Arizona. He is shown in his dress blue uniform and cap with Sam Browne sword belt, EGAs and ribbons denoting his heroism and awards. 81st Company, 6th Machine-Gun Battalion, 6th Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, A. Date of Action: September 15, 1918. The Navy Cross is presented to George Bower, Second Lieutenant, U. Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism while serving with the 81st Company, 6th Machine-Gun Battalion, 6th Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, A. In action near Thiaucourt, France, September 15, 1918. Aiding an infantry platoon, which had been forced to withdraw because of heavy machine-gun and artillery fire, Lieutenant Bower, while suffering from severe wounds, kept his guns in position, consolidating his location, and preventing the danger of an enemy counterattack. Born: at Torresdale, Pennsylvania. Home Town: Torresdale, Pennsylvania. Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (Same Action). This photo was submitted by him and was removed at some point from his file. Marines were required to submit a photo for the next rank and have their name on the back. I believe it is his printing. Others that I have are signed, but he chose to print. Small piece of tape to the upper left corner. Measures 4″ x 3″. Please pay upon receipt of invoice.
A pair of very nice pre-World War II P-1926 USMC Officer Service Collar Ornaments, droop wng. I’d say it is in. Marked’Fire Bronze, with one marked NS Meyer mark, not unusual. For reference see T. Klie’s’United States Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor Emblem. A nice addition to your EGA or USMC collection of a hard to come by Officer Droop Wing. Serious mistake in the description. No polishing, cleaning or alterations. Must be back in my hands 14 days from your receipt of the item. Description and photos speak for the item. Marine, united states marine corps, jar head, semper fi, paris island parris army navy air corps boot camp coast guard, usmc droop droopey. China iwo collar brass.
High quality, very nice. Please see my other auctions for more items from this estate and other estate military items. Thank you and good luck! As required by your country’s laws, they are not charged by me and I have no responsibility toward them.
French Army Colonial Officer 1920s/30s Riding Buckle Back Beige Cotton Jodhpur Style Pants. White cotton canvas lining. 1 piped back pocket. 6 fly bakelite buttons. 6 bakelite suspenders buttons. Stain on back strap see photo 7. Stains on both legs front & back see 5 last photos. Waist size : 49 cm / 19,29. Inseam : 65 cm / 25,59. Total length : 98 cm / 38,58. Lower leg : 11 cm / 4,33. Calf width: 17 cm / 6,69. For more information, you can contact me. I answer all questions and I can send photos. Such actions are against the international laws.
VINTAGE RARE GREEK ROYAL HELLENIC MILITARY GENERAL UNIFORM INCLUDE JACKET – TROUSERS – EPAULETTES & HAT. IN USED CONDITION SEE PHOTOS FOR DETAILS.
A 1937 Pattern WW2 era officer dress collar EGA. Difficult to find early high quality pre-war variation marked “STERLING” and “10K”. Please pay upon receipt of invoice.
Signed by Adjutant General. It appears to be in very good collectible condition. 13″ x 10″ x 1/2. 11 7/8″ x 8″.
This photo shows officers & crew posing for a typical photo of that period on the forecastle several years (dated 1934 in the center of the life ring) prior to December 7th.
The dimensions of the photos range from the smallest (6 x 8.5)cm to the largest (15 x 22)cm.
CROATIA Order of The Crown Of King Zvonimir; First Class Grand Officer Breast Star, 70 mm high, made from silver and hot baked enamel, hallmarks, in Excellent condition.