tarbridge Posted October 6, 2013 Share #1 Posted October 6, 2013 Here are a few of the medals I picked up. Four WWII KIA Purple Hearts in Pic#1 In picture #2 Four WWII KIA Purple Hearts, One un-named Navy Cross, 3rd award WWI Silver Star to Navy corpsman, un researched WWI Silver Star, WWI Big Thumbnail Purple Heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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S1991 Posted October 6, 2013 Share #3 Posted October 6, 2013 Once again great medals Robert! Any information on the recipients yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarbridge Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share #4 Posted October 6, 2013 Once again great medals Robert! Any information on the recipients yet? Yes.I will post later.Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottplen Posted October 6, 2013 Share #5 Posted October 6, 2013 Looks like max show was good . I could not get off work ! Maybe next year ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Man Posted October 6, 2013 Share #6 Posted October 6, 2013 Robert, as always you have brought back a quality assortment of medals...the MAX Show was good to you! Especially like the Corpsman Silver Star, I do not think I have ever seen one before. Philip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieony Posted October 6, 2013 Share #7 Posted October 6, 2013 Wow, quite the haul! Congratulations! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarbridge Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share #8 Posted October 6, 2013 Harry K. Wiley AWARDS AND CITATIONS Navy CrossSee more recipients of this awardAwarded for actions during the World War IThe President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Pharmacist's Mate Third Class Harry K. Wiley, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving as a Corpsman attached to the Fifth Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action at the front on 19 July 1918, when he constantly exposed himself to heavy artillery and machine-gun fire in carrying in the wounded in complete disregard of his own personal safety. Action Date: July 19, 1918Service: NavyRank: Pharmacist's Mate Third ClassCompany: Corpsman (Attached)Regiment: 5th Regiment (Marines)Division: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces Silver Star CitationSee more recipients of this awardAwarded for actions during the World War IBy direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Harry K. Wiley, United States Navy, is cited by the Commanding General, SECOND DIVISION A.E.F., for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wiley distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as a Corpsman attached to the Fifth Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action near Vierzy, France, 19 July 1918. Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wiley showed exceptional devotion to duty and great bravery regardless of personal safety, day and night for two days. Without rest and under constant artillery and machine-gun fire, he carried the wounded, saving many lives. General Orders: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, Citation Order No. 53 (1918)Action Date: July 19, 1918Service: NavyRank: Pharmacist's Mate Second ClassCompany: Corpsman (Attached)Regiment: 5th Regiment (Marines)Division: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces Silver Star CitationSee more recipients of this awardAwarded for actions during the World War IBy direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Harry K. Wiley, United States Navy, is cited by the Commanding General, SECOND DIVISION A.E.F., for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wiley distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as a Corpsman attached to the Fifth Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action against the enemy in the Soissons Sector, France, during World War I. General Orders: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, Citation Order No. 64 (1919)Action Date: World War IService: NavyRank: Pharmacist's Mate Second ClassCompany: Corpsman (Attached)Regiment: 5th Regiment (Marines)Division: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces Silver Star CitationSee more recipients of this awardAwarded for actions during the World War IBy direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Harry K. Wiley, United States Navy, is cited by the Commanding General, SECOND DIVISION A.E.F., for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wiley distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving as a Corpsman attached to the Fifth Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action against the enemy in the Champagne Sector, France, during World War I. General Orders: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces, Citation Order No. 64 (1919)Action Date: World War IService: NavyRank: Pharmacist's Mate Second ClassCompany: Corpsman (Attached)Regiment: 5th Regiment (Marines)Division: 2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary B Posted October 6, 2013 Share #9 Posted October 6, 2013 Robert, it was great talking with you at the show. Jill and I enjoyed seeing your items and hearing the stories behind each of the medals. It is really good to see someone who appreciates the medals not only for their intrinsic value but also their historical relevance. Gary B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhcoleterracina Posted October 7, 2013 Share #10 Posted October 7, 2013 Great work, the WW1 Silver Star is an amazing piece Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdWarRules Posted October 7, 2013 Share #11 Posted October 7, 2013 WOW! Thanks for sharing! -Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senator57 Posted October 7, 2013 Share #12 Posted October 7, 2013 Very impressive! -Senator57 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted October 7, 2013 Share #13 Posted October 7, 2013 Looks like you got some great items Robert. Looking forward to seeing more. JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted October 7, 2013 Share #14 Posted October 7, 2013 I always enjoy seeing your acquisitions after a big show. It is a vicarious thrill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HistoryNut Posted October 7, 2013 Share #15 Posted October 7, 2013 That would be an amazing "lifetime" collection and to think they were found in one weekend...simply stunning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DakotaDave Posted October 7, 2013 Share #16 Posted October 7, 2013 I always enjoy seeing your acquisitions after a big show. It is a vicarious thrill. I'll second that statement!! DakotaDave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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