NAVY, YANGTZE SERVICE MEDAL, M. 11368, FULL WRAP BROOCH, CHINA SAILORS and MINIATURE MEDAL. Numbered on the rim of the medal at the six O’clock position M. Made by the U. Includes the Miniature medal. Ribbon Drape Tested U. The bronze medallion features a Chinese junk asail. ” The reverse side depicts a left-facing eagle perched on an anchor, and text reads “UNITED STATES NAVY” and “FOR SERVICE. The ribbon is dark blue with two sets of red and gold stripes. To commemorate the services performed by the personnel of the Navy and Marine Corps during the operations in the valley of the Yangtze River, China, in 1926 and 1927, and 1930 and 1932, a medal to be known as the “Yangtze Service Medal” will be issued to the officers and enlisted men who participated in those operations. The period for which these medals will be issued is from 3 September 1926 to 21 October 1927, and from 1 March 1930 to 31 December 1932, and any officer or enlisted man of the Navy or Marine Corps who served on shore at Shanghai or in the valley of the Yangtze River, China, with a landing force during these periods or part of such periods is entitled to this medal, as are the officers and enlisted men who were attached to the vessels mentioned in the following list between the dates appearing beside and below each vessel. No officer or enlisted man is entitled to more than one such medal. Also awarded to members of the Army’s 31st Infantry, who were authorized the Marine Corps Yangtze Service Medal for service at Shanghai from the period February 5 to July 1, 1932.



NAVY, YANGTZE SERVICE MEDAL, M. 11368, FULL WRAP BROOCH, CHINA SAILORS and MINIATURE MEDAL. Numbered on the rim of the medal at the six O’clock position M. Made by the U. Includes the Miniature medal. Ribbon Drape Tested U. The bronze medallion features a Chinese junk asail. ” The reverse side depicts a left-facing eagle perched on an anchor, and text reads “UNITED STATES NAVY” and “FOR SERVICE. The ribbon is dark blue with two sets of red and gold stripes. To commemorate the services performed by the personnel of the Navy and Marine Corps during the operations in the valley of the Yangtze River, China, in 1926 and 1927, and 1930 and 1932, a medal to be known as the “Yangtze Service Medal” will be issued to the officers and enlisted men who participated in those operations. The period for which these medals will be issued is from 3 September 1926 to 21 October 1927, and from 1 March 1930 to 31 December 1932, and any officer or enlisted man of the Navy or Marine Corps who served on shore at Shanghai or in the valley of the Yangtze River, China, with a landing force during these periods or part of such periods is entitled to this medal, as are the officers and enlisted men who were attached to the vessels mentioned in the following list between the dates appearing beside and below each vessel. No officer or enlisted man is entitled to more than one such medal. Also awarded to members of the Army’s 31st Infantry, who were authorized the Marine Corps Yangtze Service Medal for service at Shanghai from the period February 5 to July 1, 1932.
Estate sale find, vintage original US Navy China Service Destroyer USS Rizal Officers photo, circa 1920s. Photo is embossed in lower right corner with A. Fong Chefoo, North China. USS Rizal (DD–174) was a Wickes-class destroyer in the United States Navy following World War I. She was named for José Rizal, a Filipino patriot, and the National Hero of the Philippines. Joining the Pacific Fleet upon commissioning, Rizal cruised along the United States west coast into 1920 on exercises and training duty. Subsequently modified for service as a light minelayer, she was classified DM-14 on 17 July 1920. Rizal departed San Diego on 25 March 1920 for the Far East. With Filipinos constituting the majority of her crew, Rizal remained on the Asiatic Station for ten years. She spent long months anchored in Chinese ports during the spring, summer, and autumn months. Her most frequent ports of call were Shanghai, Chefoo, Chinwangtao, and Hong Kong. Rizal cruised eastward to Apra Harbor, Guam, during November 1928, and visited Yokohama, Japan, from 11 to 20 April 1929. Rizal spent each winter generally from November through March, anchored in Manila Bay. She was docked annually at Olongapo and upon resuming active service each spring operated in Philippine waters. Ordered home late in 1930, Rizal departed Manila on 11 December 1930 for Guam, Honolulu, and San Diego. She decommissioned on 20 August 1931 at San Diego and was towed northward to Mare Island on 31 August 1931 by the minesweeper USS Tern to be placed in reserve. PLEASE SEE DESCRIPTION AND PHOTOS FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS – The item appears to be in overall Fair to Good Minus used condition, signs of wear, creases, fading, tears, chipping, sunning and age toning, soiling, stains, writing, no odors, please see images.

ORIGINAL 1920’s-1930’s UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS ENLISTED EAGLE GLOBE ANCHOR COLLAR INSIGNIA, LEFT & RIGHT FACING, SCREW-BACK. The Globe-and-Anchor Cap Device is worn on the cap of the Marine Corps dress uniform. The globe on the U. Marine emblem signifies continuing historical service in any part of the world. The eagle represents the United States. The anchor, which dates back to the founding of the Corps in 1775, acknowledges the naval tradition of the Marines and their continual service under the command of the Department of the Navy. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!


Here are group of 8pcs Chinese KMT army military school. Officers are taking part in one military school opening ceremony, they wear KMT cap and uniform, on one photo can see characters on banner are School-opening ceremony. Its said its military school on Lu Shan mountains, but we are not sure. We list more items at fixed price. Size: about 5.25.8cm. We are from an art family in Beijing, we love art and do collection. Items in store are from our own collection or collection market here. Susu worked for an US organization when she was young, so ok on English communication, any question or request, feel free send us message anytime.

An original silver gelatin photograph circa 1934 of Peking and Shanghai Marines and other members of International Legations (British, French and Italian). Third from the right (lower right) is the post adjutant and morale officer of Headquarters Detachment, American Legation, Peking, China, Evans F. Seen wearing the Navy Cross for his actions in Nicaragua in 1930. In 1942, he and his “Raiders” were on Makin Island (second Navy Cross) and was later leading the famed “Long Patrol” on Guadalcanal. Carlson is arguably the father of Marine Special Operations. Photo appears to be the participants of the International Small Bore Rifle Competition and what looks like the international commanders. Rixey, the Legation Commanding Officer is center, behind the Johnson Trophy. Here is where Carlson studied the Chinese language, he would return in 1937 and study Chinese guerrilla tactics and the Japanese and where was born the term “Gung-ho” that he used as the Raiders motto. A rare photo of a very famous Marine officer. Measures 8-3/8″ x 6-1/2″. Combined invoice will be sent at auctions end.



This book contains multiple photos of the Shanghai Incident. Mini size book, a book small enough to fit in your hand. There are some damage scratches, Writing. And pages detached from spine. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as? Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. About Importer’s Obligation.


Estate sale find, vintage original US Navy China Service Destroyer USS Rizal Officers photo, circa 1920s. Photo is embossed in lower right corner with A. Fong Chefoo, North China. USS Rizal (DD–174) was a Wickes-class destroyer in the United States Navy following World War I. She was named for José Rizal, a Filipino patriot, and the National Hero of the Philippines. Joining the Pacific Fleet upon commissioning, Rizal cruised along the United States west coast into 1920 on exercises and training duty. Subsequently modified for service as a light minelayer, she was classified DM-14 on 17 July 1920. Rizal departed San Diego on 25 March 1920 for the Far East. With Filipinos constituting the majority of her crew, Rizal remained on the Asiatic Station for ten years. She spent long months anchored in Chinese ports during the spring, summer, and autumn months. Her most frequent ports of call were Shanghai, Chefoo, Chinwangtao, and Hong Kong. Rizal cruised eastward to Apra Harbor, Guam, during November 1928, and visited Yokohama, Japan, from 11 to 20 April 1929. Rizal spent each winter generally from November through March, anchored in Manila Bay. She was docked annually at Olongapo and upon resuming active service each spring operated in Philippine waters. Ordered home late in 1930, Rizal departed Manila on 11 December 1930 for Guam, Honolulu, and San Diego. She decommissioned on 20 August 1931 at San Diego and was towed northward to Mare Island on 31 August 1931 by the minesweeper USS Tern to be placed in reserve. PLEASE SEE DESCRIPTION AND PHOTOS FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS – The item appears to be in overall Fair to Good Minus used condition, signs of wear, creases, fading, tears, chipping, sunning and age toning, soiling, stains, writing, no odors, please see images.
Estate sale find, vintage original US Navy China Service Destroyer USS Rizal Officers photo, circa 1920s. Photo is embossed in lower right corner with A. Fong Chefoo, North China. USS Rizal (DD–174) was a Wickes-class destroyer in the United States Navy following World War I. She was named for José Rizal, a Filipino patriot, and the National Hero of the Philippines. Joining the Pacific Fleet upon commissioning, Rizal cruised along the United States west coast into 1920 on exercises and training duty. Subsequently modified for service as a light minelayer, she was classified DM-14 on 17 July 1920. Rizal departed San Diego on 25 March 1920 for the Far East. With Filipinos constituting the majority of her crew, Rizal remained on the Asiatic Station for ten years. She spent long months anchored in Chinese ports during the spring, summer, and autumn months. Her most frequent ports of call were Shanghai, Chefoo, Chinwangtao, and Hong Kong. Rizal cruised eastward to Apra Harbor, Guam, during November 1928, and visited Yokohama, Japan, from 11 to 20 April 1929. Rizal spent each winter generally from November through March, anchored in Manila Bay. She was docked annually at Olongapo and upon resuming active service each spring operated in Philippine waters. Ordered home late in 1930, Rizal departed Manila on 11 December 1930 for Guam, Honolulu, and San Diego. She decommissioned on 20 August 1931 at San Diego and was towed northward to Mare Island on 31 August 1931 by the minesweeper USS Tern to be placed in reserve. PLEASE SEE DESCRIPTION AND PHOTOS FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS – The item appears to be in overall Fair to Good Minus used condition, signs of wear, creases, fading, tears, chipping, sunning and age toning, soiling, stains, writing, no odors, please see images.

Professionally made reproduction of a guidon used by the China Marines Mounted Detachment in the 1930s. The flag is swallow tail in design and measures approximately 28″x 19″. Design was taken from an photograph of the original (second picture), located in the museum at the Naval Shipyard in Washington D. One of a kind.