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Uncategorised Zaire/Congo - Ordre National du Zaïre
Marco Gollino replied to JapanX's topic in Africa
Hi guys Desperately looking for an officer class of L'Ordre National du Zaire (military division) if anyone has one they'd like to sell? Thanks -
Lesotho Order of Mohlomi, Commander Class awarded 5/5/84
Marco Gollino replied to Marco Gollino's topic in Africa
The famous photo of I.A. Maisels being hoisted aloft at the end of the treason trial, in which 156 people, including Nelson Mandela, were eventually found not guilty -
Israel Aaron Maisels QC Israel Aaron Maisels, QC (1905 – 1994), regarded by many as the leading advocate in South Africa over period of more than 60 years at the Bar, was one of the most influential lawyers of his generation. Particularly after 1948, he acted for people prosecuted for their political beliefs, or who were imprisoned, assaulted and tortured because of them, and he is remembered as leader of the defence in the famous treason trial (1956 – 1961). For these reasons he was never appointed to the bench in this country. His reputation was not, however, only as a fearless defender in human rights cases. His awesome courtroom skills in all manner of prosecutions and legal proceedings earned him international recognition as one of the very best lawyers anywhere. Maisels’ name is to be found on briefs for cases that have made their way into public memory, as well as legal history but for ‘Isie’, these were simply a matter of business as usual. The Star (5/5/84) reported: "History was made this week at a ceremony in the Royal Palace, Maseru, when Mr Israel Aaron Maisels was made Commander of the Most Meritorious Order of Moh- lomi, one of the highest awards in Lesotho". Here is a photo of him receiving the award: In WW2 Maisels had served in the SAAF and was involved in the interrogation of Italian POWs. In 1989 he also received the Presidential Order of Honour from Botswana (pictured below with his WW2 medals). He passed away in 1994. I am desperately looking for an example of the Order of Mohlomi, Commander class (The medal Maisels is wearing around his neck in the first photo) to complete this amazing and historically important group. If anyone knows where I can get one please let me know. Thanks.
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Hi Gary Sorry I did not see your reply until now! Thanks very much for the link - I contacted them and they were very helpful. I've managed to buy a yard of each of the ribbons I was missing and they are currently on their way to me! Much appreciated. Cheers, Marco
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Hi all, I've had a bit of luck - I found a UK website( www.worcmedals.com ) that has a selection of 30-40 US medal ribbons for sale (not all the ones that I'm looking for) but I should be able to get the remaining couple from a friend. Thank you to everyone for your help and suggestions. Cheers, Marco
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Hi guys, Sorry for the delayed reply on my part. Thanks for the suggestions. Rick, I tried that but unfortunately none of these websites seem willing to sell lengths of ribbon. It seems strange to me, because as you mentioned they seem to sell every possible badge, patch, medal etc....huge stock lists (for example USAMilitaryMedals.com) - they just don't seem to want to sell ribbon per length. I've tried several now and they either don't respond or tell me they're sorry but they can't help with my request and have no idea who would be able to. At the moment my only option seems to be Ed Haynes suggestion - and no I'm not currently a member As I don't usually collect US Medals (this is a once off job) it seems silly for me to join the OMSA just to have access to the ribbon bank. I just can't understand why US ribbon is so difficult to get hold of - surely there must be someone who sells it? I even asked a collector friend of mine who is currently serving in the US Army and he didn't know of anyone selling the stuff either. Thanks, Marco
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Hi all, Are there any websites where I can buy lengths of ribbon for US medals? I have a group that I would like to mount for display myself, but I can't seem to find anywhere where I can buy ribbon to do the job. I've tried several of the big US medal mounting websites and they all say they can't help me. Any ideas? Thanks, Marco
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Hi Chris, It was all in one packet and the story behind it is that it all belonged to one guy, so I'm as sure as I can be based on that. The guy who sold it to the shop (where I bought it) said he picked it up from the man himself, so I am trying to follow that lead too and see if I can get his contact details and maybe those of the recipient. No luck as of yet though but keeping fingers crossed. Is it a french style name tag ? Or does it look iffy? If you can ask on a legion forum I would appreciate it alot. Thanks. Cheers, Marco
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Hi Hendrik, Thanks very much, it was driving me crazy!! What are my chances of finding info on this guy, or a photo ? Thanks, Marco
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Hi Chris, No wonder I couldn't identify that last ribbon! Are there any websites/resources with rolls or citations or anything like that? How would I go about researching him? Thanks, Marco
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Hi guys, Can you help me identify the stuff in the picture? I think I've managed to identify all but the last medal on the ribbon bar (which is proving highly frustrating!) 1: From what I've read, the badge is that of the 6th Light Armoured Division, and the epaulettes are those of a Lt.-Col. ? Any idea how I would go about researching it? Thanks in advance, Marco
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Hi guys, Thanks very much for the quick replies. As my dad's one was awarded in the 80s, I now know for certain that it must be the earlier type he was awarded. As mentioned, I've got the certificate and the letter from the consul, and luckily I have found a website with one of the old type for sale. Probably easier all round if I buy that one - I'm assuming they weren't named or numbered in any way? Thanks again! Marco
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Hi, Are there any collectors of Italian orders out there who could clear this up for me? When did the Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana change from the old version to the new version? i.e. which year? My dad was awarded one but only received the certificate (we think his family in Italy lost the medal). Trying to figure out which type he would have been given - so far the local Italian consul has been no help at all :/ Also if anyone knows who I could write to or email that would be great too. The old one: The current one: Thanks, Marco
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One from my collection: Medals to Sgt Head Wuranda, SCR, BCR The Rhodesian General Service Medal is named to R44758 Pte. Head. The Silver Cross and Bronze Cross are unnamed examples, added by myself for display of what his full medal entitlement looks like. The RGSM appears to have been in a fire, at first I assumed that the other 2 medals had not survived. However, I have since located them in another Scout collection, but an agreement has not yet been reached. ---- One of the true legends of the Selous Scouts, Head Wuranda was the holder of both the Bronze Cross of Rhodesia and the Silver Cross of Rhodesia - one of only a handful in the Rhodesian Army to ever achieve this and, together with fellow Selous Scout Trooper Rangarirayi, were the two most highly decorated non-commissioned officers. In 1975 as part of a team tasked with crossing into Mozambique via the mine belt to capture a FRELIMO commander, disaster struck: However, this did not stop him and after having an artificial leg attached, he was soon back on operations with the Scouts. His body was never found and he was never heard from again.