Jump to content

Dating USMC proficiency badge


ronl
 Share

Recommended Posts

Sorry about the fuzzy pics. Top Marine Corps. In descending order; machine gun, bayonet, auto. rifle. bottom disc; division, wreathed crossed rifles with bullseye. Was the bottom medal given to the top marksman in the division? What is the time frame of the item?post-1721-1193626122.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

As noted picture sux. The three silver bars do not belong on this badge. They belong on the USMC Basic Qualification badge. The bronze "Division" leg medals are usually named and dated. Is this one?

Bobgee

Link to comment
Share on other sites

No name or date on this one. Seems like a Marine decided to add just a little extra touch to his award. What time period is it from? I know the auto rifle is the BAR, so it had to be sometime in the 50's at the latest.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

No name or date on this one. Seems like a Marine decided to add just a little extra touch to his award. What time period is it from? I know the auto rifle is the BAR, so it had to be sometime in the 50's at the latest.

 

The B.A.R. Browning Automatic Rifle was introduced in 1918 and was in the system until the M-14 was introduced in the mid-60's.

S/F....Bobgee

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share

×
×
  • Create New...