Original U.S. WWII Bronze Star, Ribbon and Lapel Pin with Presentation Box - Name Engraved British Bayonets and West Virginia

and West Virginia

All three awards were emblazoned with the inscription FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER POLIZEI ("For faithful service in the Police") on the reverse

Contrary to most stick grenade designs

The temper line (hamon) is visible

Original U.S. WWII Bronze Star, Ribbon and Lapel Pin with Presentation Box - Name Engraved British Bayonets and West VirginiaOriginal Item: One of a kind. PVT James W Gorckie was born on February 2, 1910 and passed away on July 12, 1969. At some point during his service he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for gallantry in action. The medal was engraved with his name on the reverse side. This example is offered in very good condition with the original case. This is a very good candidate for researching and comes ready to display! The Bronze StarThe Bronze Star Medal is a