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Not sure if this will help your searches, but it's actually "al-khalij" (variant spellings khalig, khaleej, khaleeg, etc.)

10 camouflage patterns for 4 services. Somewhat amusing. http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/us-military-has-10-kinds-of-camouflage-uniforms-government-duplication-at-its-finest/2013/05/08/58f2fe4e-b67c-11e2-bd07-b6e0e6152528_story.html?hpid=z1

The Arabic reads, roughly, Anti-Crime Directorate. But I'm not sure how that would translate into "MGU" -- if it does.

Lawrence, That's a familiar looking grouping! Glad it went to someone here on the forum. A few comments on the Egyptian ones: 1) Egyptian, Canal Zone something. The last word eludes me. 2) The ribbon is definitely not the original, probably an unrelated ribbon from a completely different medal. 4) 25th Anniversary of the 1973 War Medal -- see Owain's great pics here: http://gmic.co.uk/index.php/topic/55357-egyptian-navy-vice-admiral-mohab-mamish/?hl=%2Bsinai+%2Bmedal 5) The device on this is new to me, and pretty bizarre. Possibly denoting an award to a paratrooper??? Congrats on a nice grouping.

As far as I know, Olson didn't reprint the Uniform book. If I had seen it in Books in Print back in the early 1990s I absolutely would have tracked it down. Olson's books look like they were "published" by the copy shop around the corner -- basically photocopied pages velobound or stapled together, with a clear plastic cover. I can't imagine he made more than a few dozen copies of each book.

Many thanks for your extremely informative reply, 922F! My copy of the Protocol is actually a reprint. Around 1990, a militaria dealer (David V. Olson of Regimental Quartermaster Militaria in Tucson, Arizona) self-published a series of books on military badges and insignia of various Middle Eastern and Asian (and other?) countries, which were listed in the Books In Print reference. One of the books he did was a re-formatted/photocopied edition of the Protocols. He was still in business as of 1994, when I stumbled across the listings, and got a copy. For what it's worth, the ISBN numbers of Olson's reprints of the Protocol are: 0-929757-29-7 (English, color); 0-929757-03-3 (English, black and white); 0-929757-02-5 (French, black and white), and 0-929757-28-9 (Arabic, black and white).

It appears to be the Medal for Distinguished Services (at least that's what my copy of the 1947 Office of the Grand Chamberlain protocols calls it in English). To quote further: Established by Royal Decree 8/1923, modified by Royal Decree 71/1928. This medal rewards persons who have distinguished themselves either by long and meritorious service to the Nation or by a single outstanding act of benefit either to the Nation or to society. It is awarded without consideration of sex or nationality. The three classes of medal are: Gold (Class I); Silver (Class II); Bronze (Class III). The recipient's name is engraved upon his medal. The medal is worn on the left breast and is attached by means of a violet ribbon to a bar in the same metal as the medal itself. The date of the award is engraved upon this bar. A new bar is added whenever the holder earns [an additional?] one. Regards, Chris

And addendum to my posts #11-13 in this topic, on the "Palestine Battles" bar, which I only just now stumbled across. In SABrigade's superb display, seen here, http://gmic.co.uk/index.php/topic/33949-the-endley-collection-part-1-the-sudan-and-iraq/page-5 he shows in post #88 a Palestine Medal with this bar, and says that this bar was issued to approximately 250 Sudan Defence Force volunteers who served with the Egyptian military during the war. Thanks for clarifying this, SABrigade!

Michael, Both cases read "Nowt al-Fatah 1". Regards, Chris

Nice set! Was there any documentation accompanying the Egyptian medal?

The US Congressional Research Service recently published a report on the debate over awarding the Purple Heart for PTSD. This link takes you directly to the pdf. http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/natsec/R42704.pdf

Unfortunately I'm unable to locate my photocopy of the Sinai Liberation Medal sketch. When (not if!) I find it I shall post it here.

Yes, I have a design sketch of the 1982 Sinai Liberation Medal, as published in the Egyptian parliamentary gazette. No Navy Day medal unfortunately. I am out of town for a few days, but shall make every effort to locate and post the sketch as soon as possible. Regards, Chris

Wow! Enormous thanks, Owain! I had only suspicions that these three medals even existed. Regards, Chris

This photograph of Egyptian Navy VAdm Mohab Mamish, current head of the Suez Canal Authority, caught my eye for several reasons. 1) Photos of Egyptian Navy officers are relatively rare (compared to the Army) 2) He's got some relatively rarely-seen badges and medals including some new mystery ones 3) It's a remarkably sharp and high definition photo! His medal ribbons: Sinai Liberation Medal, Military Medal of Duty in two classes Medal of Training in two classes, Medal of Distinguished Services Medal of Long Service and Good Example, October 6 War Memorial Medal, unknown#1, Navy Day medal ??th Anniversary of the 1952 Revolution Medal, unknown#2, ??th Anniversary of the 1952 Revolution Medal, unknown #3 Sheer speculation, but it's possible that one of the two Anniversary of the 1952 Revolution Medal is the "Medal of the Revolution's Golden Jubilee" reportedly issued in 2002. If so, the other one might be the 30th (1982?) anniversary? Further sheer speculation, it's possible that unknown #2 is an anniversary of the 1973 War medal of some sort (25th? 30th?) but I've never heard of one. Even further sheer speculation, it's possible that unknown #3 is an anniversary of the 1982 Sinai Liberation (2002?) but I've never heard of one. His badges: Naval Special Operations qualification badge on the left breast Submarine qualification badge on the right breast The article was found here: http://www.egyptindependent.com/news/military-official-army-respects-legitimacy

As far as Egypt goes, the fire service is part of Civil Defense, which itself is under the Interior Ministry -- i.e, the Police -- and therefore would have the same medals and insignia as the regular police. I've never seen any unique medals for Egypt's fire service, though some may exist either now or in the past. Good luck in your quest, and I look forward to any other responses!

Aurora, This is an Egyptian Army branch of service insignia, worn on the left sleeve above the elbow by personnel of the respective branch. This one is for Infantry, and this style was seen from late 1998 onwards. Best regards, Chris

Here's a much more complete list, from the Egyptian Government State Information Service, which should be authoritative. No Russian awards, alas. http://www.sis.gov.eg/VR/figures/english/html/Mubarak.htm Mohmmed Hosni Mubarak Date and Place of Birth: May 4, 1928, Menoufeya Governorate Qualifications: •Bachelor of Military Sciences (1948) •BA in Aviation Sciences (1950) Posts: •Chairman of the G-15 (1998&2000) •Re-elected for a fourth term of office (1999) •Chairman of the Arab Summit since June (1996) •Chairman of the Organization of African Unity "OAU"(1993 - 1994) •Re-elected for a third term of office (1993) •Chairman of the Organization of African Unity "OAU"(1989 - 1990) •Re-elected for a second term of office (1987) •Chairman of the National Democratic Party (1982) •President of the Republic (1981) •Deputy Chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP) (1979) •Vice-President of the Arab Republic of Egypt (1975) •Promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General (1974) •Commander of the Air Force (1972) •Chief of Staff of the Air Force (1969) •Director of the Air Force Academy (1968) •Commander of Cairo West Air Base (1964) •Joined FROUNZ Military Academy, USSR (1964) •Lecturer in Air Force Academy (1952 - 1959) Marital Status: Married with two sons International Prizes and Medals Awarded to President Mubarak International Prizes Name Date UN Prize of Population 1994 Prize of Democratic Human Rights, by the Social and Political Studies Center, Paris (1990) Decoration from Comptutense University of Madrid (1989) Emeritus Certificate of Protection - equivalent to 4 medals, by Mr. Laslo Nagui, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scouts (1987) The Medal of the Astrolab, by His Royal Highness Prince Sultan Ben Salman, first Arab astronaut, on behalf of the Saudi government (1987) Prize of "Man of the Year 1984" by the Indian Solidarity Council (1985) Prize of "Man of the Year", by an international institution, Paris (1983) The Armour of the “Man of Peace” by Mr. Charles Rayen, President of the World Peace Center (1983) Foreign medals State of Medal Name Date Tunisia Supreme Medal of the 7th of September of the Republic of Tunisia 1990 Kuwait Medal of Grand Mubarak 1989 Sudan The Grand Order of Honour 1989 Republic of Columbia Medal of the Order (Del Congresso) of the Great Extraordinary Cross 1989 Yemen The Medal of the Republic 1988 Denmark The Sash of Fint 1986 Sweden Medal of Sara Fim 1986 Federal Germany The Great Cross of the German Medal of Merit (Excellent Order) 1985 Spain The Grand Sash of Isabelle the Catholic 1985 Greece The Grand Sash of the Medal of Saviour 1984 Zaire The Grand Sash of the National Medal “La Panthere” 1984 Mali The Grand Sash of the National Medal of Mali 1984 Central Africa The Grand Order of the Republic of Central Africa 1984 Brunei Medal of the Sultan of Brunei (Dar El Salam) 1984 Portugal The Medal of Henry the Child 1983 Japan The Grand Sash of the Medal of the Supreme Chrysantheme 1983 Democratic Korea The Medal of the National Flag (First Order) 1983 Niger The Grand Sash of the National Medal of the Niger 1983 Italy The Grand Sash of the Medal of the Great Cross 1982 France The Grand Sash of the Medal of “Legion d’Honneur” 1982 Nepal The Medal of Terichaki Pata of the First Order 1981 Spain The Grand Sash of the Medal of Isabelle the Catholic 1977 Togo The Great Sash of the Medal of National Merit 1977 Indonesia The Medal of Indonesia ADIBRADANA 1977 Greece The Great Decoration of the Medal of Honour 1976 Yemen The Medal of Ma'areb (Second Class) 1976 Oman The Medal of Oman (Second Order) 1976 Oman The Military Medal of Oman (First Order) 1976 Syria The Medal of Omayad 1976 Kuwait Medal of Kuwait (Excellent Order) 1975 Austria The Great Sash of the Golden Order of Honour 1975 France The Great Sash of the Medal of National Merit 1975 Hungary The Great Golden Order of Honour 1975 Mexico Medal PANDA 1975 Saudi Arabia Medal of King Abdel Aziz of the Excellent Order 1974 Iran Medal of Hemayone (Second order) 1974 Tunisia Medal of the Republic of the First Order 1972 National Military and Civilian Decorations and Medals Military Decorations and Medals •Medal of the Star of Sinai of the First Order (1983) •Order of the Star of Honour (1964 and 1974) •Military Star Medal •Military Badge of the Republic of the First Order •Military Badge of Courage of the First Order •Military Badge of Duty of the First Order Civilian Decorations and Medals Egyptian Civilian and Military Decorations awarded to President Mubarak, under the Republican Decree No. 223/1983: •The Grand Order of the Nile •Medal of the Republic (1975) •Sash of the Nile •Medal of the Republic of the First Order •Medal for Merit of the First Order •Medal of Work of the First Order •Medal of Sciences and Arts of the First Order •Medal of Sports of the First Order •Badge of Merit of the First Order •Badge of Excellence of the First Order Honorary Degrees •Honorary doctorate from George Washington University - 1999 •Honorary doctorate from St. Johns University - 1999 •Honorary doctorate from Beijing University-1999 •Honorary doctorate in acknowledgement of his regional, global role ( Bulgaria )- 1998 •Membership and Decoration "Honoris Causa" for International Law, by the Mexican Academic Council for International Law-1991

The Egyptian military used small numbers of the East German M1956 helmet during the 1960s/early 1970s, and some were worn by the Interior Ministry's Central Security Forces into the 1990s. But I'm surprised to see a regular Army soldier in Cairo wearing one in 2012. Then again, not much about Egypt surprises me any more. CAIRO, EGYPT - JUNE 17: Egyptian army soldiers stand guard as Egyptian women arrive and depart afer casting their vote at a polling station on June 17, 2012 in Cairo, Egypt. Egyptians went to the polls today, for the second round of voting for the presidential elections. Egypt's Supreme Constitutional Court on Thursday ruled that the Islamist-led Parliament must be immediately dissolved, and also upheld the right of Hosni Mubarak's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, to run for president. Egyptian candidates Mohamed Morsi and Ahmed Shafiq are pegged against each other in the second round of voting for the country's president to be held on the 16th and 17th of June. (Photo by Daniel Berehulak /Getty Images)

Wow, thanks for posting Paul! I didn't know any of these were ever produced. The proportions look odd, very square. Truly one of the dumber flag designs ever....

I'm not an expert on US patches, but this doesn't look American -- design, colors, materials/stitching. The bird looks like a kingfisher, which may suggest a naval/maritime aviation unit?

This is very reminiscent of the series of commemorative medals created following Nasser's 1952 revolution, to mark significant political events. (This is also ironic and hypocritical for several reasons but I will refrain from talking politics....) http://www.almasryalyoum.com/en/node/613176 SCAF to issue medal for revolution's martyrs and servicemen MENA Sun, 22/01/2012 - 13:24 The Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) on Sunday said it will grant a “25 January 2011 Medal” to those killed or injured during the 25 January revolution and to those who have participated in military service since then. The SCAF also said it will give government jobs to all those injured during the revolution. In a message on its official Facebook page on Tuesday night, the SCAF said “25 January has become a holiday because it embodies a people’s greatness and a nation’s nobility.” It went on to say that 25 January has become a day “for this generation and future generations to remember, with pride and gratitude, the sacrifices of a group of Egypt's best young people, who faced brutal oppression with their bare chests and whose pure blood was shed in Egypt’s squares and fields to achieve freedom and dignity.” The message described members of the armed forces as having “protected the revolution with courage and dedication throughout the year.” It praised them for having done “their best, day and night, to protect their country’s security during this difficult period,” and for having “sacrificed their lives to secure the people’s resources and the nation's gains.” “In the name of the great Egyptian people, we offer these brave heroes a tribute of appreciation and gratitude and we grant them the 25 January medal to wear on their chests to show their pride in this great revolution and their commitment to completing its objectives,” the SCAF said. The message was part of the SCAF’s celebrations ahead of the first anniversary of the 25 January revolution, and was preceded by the pardon of 1,955 people detained by the military, including blogger Michael Nabil. A number of activists and revolutionary movements have called for a mass protest in Cairo's Tahrir Square on Wednesday 25 January, and in all major squares nationwide, to pressure the SCAF into handing over power to civilians. The SCAF has said it will not leave before the end of June. On Saturday, the welfare fund for the revolution's victims and their families announced that it will offer compensation to the families before the anniversary.

The Google tells me it served somewhere in the Mediterranean theater, southern France, the Vosges mountains of eastern France. http://militaryrailwayservice.blogspot.com/search/label/750th%20Railway%20Operating%20Battalion Cheers, Chris

They're all Libyan coats of arms (the Arabic reads "Union of Arab Republics," which was Libya's name from 1972-1977) but Libya used a tricolor flag until 1977 when they switched to plain green, this explains the shield.

Hi Bob, nice wings, thanks for posting! Egyptian paratroops wear red berets, so perhaps the red cloth backing has something to do with that? I've never seen anything like this on Egyptian uniforms. It's possible that Egyptian and Iraqi paras did some combined small-unit or individual training when they were on friendlier terms in the 1960s or 1980s. Of course, the owner of these (assuming it was an Iraqi officer) may have bought these as a souvenir on a trip to Cairo, was given them as a gift by an Egyptian friend, etc. The mark on the back, incidentally, is Tawfiq Bichay, it's difficult to read I know. Chris