Does anyone have a USMC officer’s visor hat with a brown visor instead of black? Were these pre-WWII? I’m not referring to the WWI era bell crown visors, but something that I believe may have been worn in the 1930s. Please post a photo if possible. Thanks!

Thank you Blacksmith. These are out of my wheelhouse entirely. I was a little concerned because it seems in rather great condition although there are a few stains on it. I appreciate the help!      

Pre fram Forrest Sherman DD?

I’ll give that a try. Thanks!

missed a photo

Tulsa Liberty pass, the last China boat to survive the whole war ?

Thank you for the compliments!   I was inspired by my military service and fellow Ordnance Officers Charles Pate and Charlie Flick.  I also have learned a lot from Kevin Williams.      "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it"

You might want to check a map and see how close the different mission named locations are (BG website vs his map) e.g. Mission on 3 Jan 45: Bruhl is just south of Hermulheim, so likely same mission.   Not sure about why he did not note all the missions shown on the BG website.   Dan    

Bought this studio photo, family lore states that he and his brother were stationed in H.I. and on 7 Dec 41 he steps out of the chapel and sees the subs leaving port during the attack and says that is what I want to do. And so goes family stories.  I have seen his obit, but the photo speaks of an Cheif Machinest Mate with Gold rating badge ie 12 Yrs service taken at a San Francisco studio. My take is a pre war photo with an early hat device. No ribbons and possibly an 8 button jacket. Any additional help is appreciated in advance