Gordon Craig

Farkas, Thanks for finding this article with the explanation of what the requirements were for awarding the badge and the time frame (1943). Always great to see new badges I need to look for! Regards, Gordon

Andy, Thanks for posting pictures of your collection. Regards, Gordon

Gentlemen, It's been years since I posted on this thread and I could not add much then. I can now as I finally have a Kappenabzeichen. But first, here is a link to another thread on this forum that has focused on books written on Kappenabzeichen. These are all new to me and might be of interest to others as well. https://www.warrelics.eu/forum/austro-hungarian-forum/austrohungarian-kappen-armeeabzeichen-645909/ I mentioned a book earlier in this thread that I bought shortly afterwards and here is a picture of the cover. Written in Italian but with German translations in the back of the book. Now my Kappenabzeichen. It is from the Isonzo front and is marked ISONZE-ARMEE 1915. There are two sizes to this badge. Mine is of the large type measuring 29 x 43 mm. The smaller one measures 20 x 30 mm. The markings on the back of the badge are for maker G. Hermann Wein III Hauprstr. 31. There is also a ring with the same badge on it. All three of these artifacts appear in the book I have listed here. The ring pictured sold at auction in 2012 for 300 Euros. The text on the rings auction is printed below. Haupteigenschaften Kategorie : Antikschmuck > Schmuck & Accessoires > Ringe > Silber Identifizierungsnummer: 55354 Schätzwert/Estimation: 300 EUR Weitere Informationen Jahr 1915 Er hat einen Innen Durchmesser von 19,4 mm Er ist 8,6 Gramm schwer Er ist an der breitesten Stelle 12 mm breit und hat eine Gesamthöhe von 22,5 mm He has an inner diameter of 19.4 mm Ring Size 61 He is 8.6 grams He is at the widest point, 12 mm wide and has a total height of 22.5 mm

Thanks Graham. In retrospect I should have started a new thread with this request. I posted it here as it is being sold as a WWII Wound Badge. Regards, Gordon

Can anyone identify this badge for me please. Regards, Gordon

Since this is a German wedding you might be better off to post it on one of the German forums. Since the man stands on the brides side who was being married could help. He looks a little old to be the brides father. Possibly grandfather? Nice foto. Regards, Gordon

The Luftwaffe soldier appears to be wearing the Luftwaffe Fliegerbluse type tunic. The buttons are not visible on this type of tunic. There were two types of Fliegerbluse. Early or late but from this photo it is not possible to tell which one he is wearing. The other two soldiers are wearing Heer tunics but again it is not possible to tell with any certainty what type they are. The photo could be from late in the war as the two members of the Heer are wearing their collars open. Or that could be just because they are home. Regards, Gordon

Good morning, What you have here is often referred to, in English, as a Hungarian Officers Combat Badge. You can find good examples of this badge on emedals at https://www.emedals.com/europe/hungary/badges . With the attachment prongs missing it is hard to give a price for this badge. The front is ok but has some enamel damage. Regards, Gordon

Farkas, It is common practice to have each row covered by one strip of plastic. Regards, Gordon

Michael, It took a long time to issue green uniforms to the air force. I was posted to 601 Telecommunications Squadron in Metz France when integration took place. I was back in Canada before the green uniforms were issued. It was at least two years after integration before we were issued work dress and some time after that before we received our dress uniforms. Regards, Gordon

Simon68, There is a sub forum on the GMIC dedicated to the research of Victory Medals. I would suggest that you post your question on that sub forum. Regards, Gordon

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am hunting for information on the subject badge. Primarily time frame when it was used and is it a cap badge or? Regards, Gordon

Ladies and Gentlemen. This thread concerns the prize of my Russian/East German flight helmets. Since East Germany flew Russian aircraft I have collected several different types of Russian helmets that East German pilots would have worn. This presentation piece, given to a member of the East German Central Committee, has an inscription on it plus badges from the units presenting the helmet. An English translation of the Russian presentation script reads; To Comrade Werner Felfe https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Werner_Felfe Member of the Central Committee of * SEPG From the airmen of the Guards Red Banner Minsk Division. * S E P G = The United Socialist Party of Germany. You will recognize the two emblems on the side of the helmet. Regards, Gordon

Bernd D, Nice medal to a man who helped save the day at Waterloo. I'd be interested in seeing the naming on this medal if wish to post it. Regards, Gordon

Mickey, Not a problem with the name. It happens from time to time. According to the Rhodesian Services Association Low's pay records in 1980 show that he was serving with the Air Supply Platoon (Mashonaland). Thanks again with your help in gaining more knowledge on Rhodesian medals. Regards, Gordon

mickey, Thanks for informative response. I though that the T might stand for Territorial so thanks for confirming that. I found Hugh's email address on line and send an email to him. What can you tell me about the markings on this pair of medals. Regards, Gordon

Fellow medal collectors, I am seeking some information on the naming on the Rhodesian GSM. Regulations call for; serial number, rank and name. According to regulations, the Rhodesian GSM was only to be awarded to white soldiers, police etc. and the Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to coloured servicemen under the same requirements for the award. There seems to be a variety of serial numbers used which confuses me. The Rhodesian GSM in my collection has the serial number 730298. The one on the WIKI article on the Rhodesian GSM is pictured below with a serial number much different than the one in my collection. The ones I've seen on police medals are the same as the one that I have. Numerals without any characters in front of or after the numbers. Can anyone assist me in my search for answers? Another question. Since there seems to be more than one way to issue a number, is it possible identify what unit original owner of the medals served in? For example Rhodesian Light Infantry, Rhodesian SAS, Rhodesian Rifles, INTAF etc. Regards, Gordon The medal in wear by the Rhodesian SAS.

Paul, Right you are. The Azad Kashmir Independence Medal was instituted in 1948 to commemorate Azad Kashmir's Independence. It is made of bronze is 35mm in diametre and weighs 30 grams. Reference - MEDALS CATALOGUE OF PAKISTAN BY Yahya Qureshi and Rafiq Kasbati, page 41. The area is currently in Pakistan. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azad_Kashmir#:~:text=Azad Kashmir Day is celebrated,government was created in 1947. Regards, Gordon

No One, Interesting question. The Pakistan General Service Medal with a bar for Kashmir 1948 was the campaign medal but I was not aware there was a commemorative medal as well. Time for some more research. Regards, Gordon

Farcas, Thanks for your continued interest in my quest. However, I do not believe that the button you posted is connected to the CPF Association of the Boer war. If it was it would say so. It is obviously associated with Col. Labelle of the Carabiniers Mont-Royal (CMR). My reference material lists, for the Patriotic Fund Association of 1900, officers as Col. D. T. Irwin, C.M.G. as the Secretary and J. M. Courtney C.M.G., I.S.O the treasurer. The CPF Association stayed in operation until August 14. Its remaining funds were transferred for use by the Canadian Patriotic Fund of 1914. I have no reference associating Col. Labelle with the CPF Association. LIEUTENANT-COLONEL AE LABELLE 1897-1902 1907-1912 On April 10, 1897, the Carabiniers Mont-Royal once again changed commanders. Succeeding Lieutenant-Colonel Prévost, Major Alfred ED Labelle was thereby promoted to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. Born in Montreal on August 23, 1886, Labelle was the son of a Montreal grain inspector. He entered the regiment as a private in 1882, a veteran of the North-West Campaign, he was promoted lieutenant in 1886, captain in 1887, major in 1890 before assuming command of the Carabiniers Mont-Royal fifteen years after his enlistment. A model officer, the regiment under his command achieved a high degree of efficiency. Barely two months after his promotion, Labelle, accompanied by Captain JE Peltier and Major Zépherin Hébert as well as Sergeants Levasseur and Lafleur, Corporal Bourassa and Private Barré, went to London as a member of the Canadian delegation to the ceremonies of the 60th anniversary of the accession of Queen Victoria to the throne of England. On April 19, 1902, Lieutenant-Colonel François Samuel Mackay replaced Lieutenant-Colonel Labelle at the head of the Regiment. However, Labelle was to take over the reins of the Regiment in 1907 and assume command until 1912, following a petition from the officers of the Regiment demanding his return to command of the unit. At the beginning of the 20th century, Lieutenant-Colonel Labelle, who as president in civilian life of the St. Lawrence Flour Mills had powerful connections in all sectors of Montreal society and more particularly in the business world, had convinced the great French-Canadian financier Rodolphe Forget to accept, in 1907, to be the first Lieutenant-Colonel in the history of the Regiment. Regards, Gordon

Rowland, Searches for this type of information are usually done through individuals who specialize, and get paid for, the research they do. I recommend that you contact Dewald Nel at dewald@nelsantiques.co.za Regards, Gordon

Farcas, You are correct. T. P. Tansey was not a jeweler. The company made "Banners, Badges, Buttons, Pins, and "ephemera" as the WorthPoint article your posts mentions. Here is the poster that I referred to yesterday. I was unable to save a picture of it so I printed and scanner the advertisement. Regards, Gordon

Farcas, I have the book that this quote came from. Unfortunately, the book only concentrates on the overall operation of patriotic funds in Canada and on individual provinces from the period 1914-1919. It says nothing at all about badges unfortunately. Regards, Gordon

Farcas, Interesting observations. In your earlier post you said and I quote below; Would you be able to post that particular page here? It has been suggested that this badge dates to the Boer War but I have not reference indicating that CPF badges were made in that period. The earliest reference that I can find for T. P. Tansey is a poster dated 1904. With that date the firm could have existed during the Boer War. http://www.925-1000.com/td/f/Canada/Tansey-1904.jpg The CPF was established with the funds, properties, etc of the Canadian Patriotic Fund Association (established in 1901) and was essentially regional for some time after the CPF act was passed in August of 1914. It eventually became more centrally controlled. Thanks again for your interest. Your posts have been helpful. Regards, Gordon

Farkas, Thanks for taking the time to help in my research. I haven't looked at he British Badge Forum so perhaps I'll do that now. Regards, Gordon