1938, ARMY LEVEL PRIZE, BRONZE, RIFLE COMPETITION, INFANTRY, NAMED, w/RESEARCH. This 1939 Infantry Army Level Prize for Rifle Competition was awarded to Private First Class John B. Morrissey, Company I, 107. SGT Morrissey was born on 30 January, 1908, Pocatello, Idaho. SGT Morrissey enlisted on 21 January 1936. When John Bacon Morrissey was born on January 30, 1908, in Pocatello, Idaho, his father, Harry, was 30 and his mother, Florence, was 23. He had two sons and two daughters with Anna R Morrissey. He died on February 3, 1982, in Aberdeen, Maryland, at the age of 74. These interwar Army marksmanship badges are highly sought after among collectors. We will include printed copies of the research artifacts. We are limited to 12 images, so there are more artifacts than what is displayed here. This Army level prize consists of three parts. Top bar that indicated either Army level or Corps / department level competition and served as a brooch to affix the assembled device to the uniform. The top bar is squared ended and ornamented with oak leaves, and was always worn with this bronze clasp and an enameled planchet prior to WWII. The top bar or brooch is a pin back with a functional rotating clasp closure. The second portion consists of an intermediate clasp of crossed arms to indicate the type of weapon that was used to earn the award rifle, pistol, or, soon thereafter, automatic weapons. In this case it has crossed rifles. The third, lower piece is a planchet, that when enameled, told the arm or the type of service, in this case, blue for Infantry. The central design is a bow and a pair of arrows. The planchet consists of three concentric designs. 0625 in diameter, displays a compound bow and two crossed arrows, a symbol of marksmanship. Outside of that is a center ring, 015 in width, which displays 13 stars. An oak-leaf wreath executed in bronze surrounds the entire design, making the planchet 1-1/2 in width. The combatant arms had bronze stars with the ring enameled in blue for Infantry. They would be responsible to send the package to you.
1938, ARMY LEVEL PRIZE, BRONZE, RIFLE COMPETITION, INFANTRY, NAMED, w/RESEARCH. This 1938 Infantry Army Level Prize for Rifle Competition was awarded to SGT John B. Morrissey, Company I, 107. SGT Morrissey was born on 30 January, 1908, Pocatello, Idaho. SGT Morrissey enlisted on 21 January 1936. When John Bacon Morrissey was born on January 30, 1908, in Pocatello, Idaho, his father, Harry, was 30 and his mother, Florence, was 23. He had two sons and two daughters with Anna R Morrissey. He died on February 3, 1982, in Aberdeen, Maryland, at the age of 74. These interwar Army marksmanship badges are highly sought after among collectors. We will include printed copies of the research artifacts. This Army level prize consists of three parts. Top bar that indicated either Army level or Corps / department level competition and served as a brooch to affix the assembled device to the uniform. The top bar is squared ended and ornamented with oak leaves, and was always worn with this bronze clasp and an enameled planchet prior to WWII. The top bar or brooch is a pin back with a functional rotating clasp closure. The second portion consists of an intermediate clasp of crossed arms to indicate the type of weapon that was used to earn the award rifle, pistol, or, soon thereafter, automatic weapons. In this case it has crossed rifles. The third, lower piece is a planchet, that when enameled, told the arm or the type of service, in this case, blue for Infantry. The central design is a bow and a pair of arrows. The planchet consists of three concentric designs. 0625 in diameter, displays a compound bow and two crossed arrows, a symbol of marksmanship. Outside of that is a center ring, 015 in width, which displays 13 stars. An oak-leaf wreath executed in bronze surrounds the entire design, making the planchet 1-1/2 in width. The combatant arms had bronze stars with the ring enameled in blue for Infantry. They would be responsible to send the package to you.
Original early interwar IJA fatigue/work jacket in cotton twill; Taisho 14 (1925) depot label, named to. Period wear, stains, and later replacement buttons consistent with age. No repairs observed to structural seams; presents well for a 100-year-old garment.
USMC GREEN CAP HORSTMANN. This cap has some wear from normal use. Part of the leather headband is missing. There are a couple of moth holes under the outer headband. There is no size tag. It is named to E. (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.
This medal has some wear from normal use. It is named to THOMAS PARIS 1ST ENLISTMENT NO. (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.
What a gorgeous poster sized certificate! This was made out to Robert Van Roo who was in the Wisconsin National Guard. He graduated with a bachelor degree in Science. This is another of those one of a kind pieces so don’t wait long! Please note that there are various wear holes on the certificate poster.
The Original British India General Service Medal 1919 is a rare and valuable collectible item from the militaria theme. This authentic piece, made in India, bears a unique named and numbered inscription, adding to its historical significance. It is a sought-after item for collectors of original period items from the early 20th century, offering a glimpse into the military history of the time.
1938, ARMY LEVEL PRIZE, BRONZE, RIFLE COMPETITION, INFANTRY, NAMED, w/RESEARCH. This 1939 Infantry Army Level Prize for Rifle Competition was awarded to Private First Class John B. Morrissey, Company I, 107. SGT Morrissey was born on 30 January, 1908, Pocatello, Idaho. SGT Morrissey enlisted on 21 January 1936. When John Bacon Morrissey was born on January 30, 1908, in Pocatello, Idaho, his father, Harry, was 30 and his mother, Florence, was 23. He had two sons and two daughters with Anna R Morrissey. He died on February 3, 1982, in Aberdeen, Maryland, at the age of 74. These interwar Army marksmanship badges are highly sought after among collectors. We will include printed copies of the research artifacts. We are limited to 12 images, so there are more artifacts than what is displayed here. This Army level prize consists of three parts. Top bar that indicated either Army level or Corps / department level competition and served as a brooch to affix the assembled device to the uniform. The top bar is squared ended and ornamented with oak leaves, and was always worn with this bronze clasp and an enameled planchet prior to WWII. The top bar or brooch is a pin back with a functional rotating clasp closure. The second portion consists of an intermediate clasp of crossed arms to indicate the type of weapon that was used to earn the award rifle, pistol, or, soon thereafter, automatic weapons. In this case it has crossed rifles. The third, lower piece is a planchet, that when enameled, told the arm or the type of service, in this case, blue for Infantry. The central design is a bow and a pair of arrows. The planchet consists of three concentric designs. 0625 in diameter, displays a compound bow and two crossed arrows, a symbol of marksmanship. Outside of that is a center ring, 015 in width, which displays 13 stars. An oak-leaf wreath executed in bronze surrounds the entire design, making the planchet 1-1/2 in width. The combatant arms had bronze stars with the ring enameled in blue for Infantry. They would be responsible to send the package to you.
Awarded to BRITISH & INDIAN UNITS who served in the WAZIRISTAN area from December 1921 – to March 1924. STAMPED ON THE EDGE 553 SEP. 1 – 2 PJB. ORIGINAL MEDAL WITH ORIGINAL BAR & RIBBON. MADE FROM SOLID STERLING SILVER, 44 GRAMS WEIGHT. PERFECT FOR YOUR MILITARTY COLLECTION. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.
United States Navy electricians mate 1st class Leo Benedict Bridge was born March 21st 1903 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. At 17 years old he trained as an apprentice electrician. Leo enlisted as a seaman in the U. He was transferred to the Destroyer U. The Noa arrived at Nanjing, China in February 1927 relieving the U. Preston, and Royal Navy light cruiser HMS Emerald, she helped to rescue foreigners from Nanjing. This allowed refugees to retreat down the hill to the safety of U. Bridge was promoted to electrician’s mate 1st class while the Noa participated in the periodic fleet exercises which were intended to keep crew and equipment at peak efficiency. For his service in China, EM1c Bridge was issued Yangtze Service Medal M. Bridge was also issued a Navy Good Conduct medal for his 1st enlistment in 1928. On January 19th 1929 Bridge sailed aboard the U. Grant from Manila, Philippines to San Francisco, California where he was discharged from the Navy. During World War II Leo worked at the Springfield Trailer Company. He then worked for Harry Cooper Supply until he retired. United States Navy electricians mate 1st class Leo Benedict Bridge passed away August 24th 1974. He is buried at the Eastlawn Cemetery. Springfield, Greene County, Missouri. (I will include 12 full size color printed research documents as presented). ORIGINAL 1920’S NAVY GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL W/ FULL WRAP BROOCH. LEO BENEDICT BRIDGE U. NOA (343) 10 OCT. ORIGINAL UNITED STATES NAVY YANGTZE SERVICE CAMPAIGN MEDAL W/ FULL WRAP BROOCH. PRODUCED BY THE U. RIBBON DRAPES TESTED U. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!