Paul R

Now that is a group. So, if I am reading things, the CSM, ORS(one of them), the the ORB are long service awards?

What an awesome set. I hate to think of the price tag associated with it. Congrats.

I took some time for myself and took these images. (The following information provided by Samer Mahroos) First photo- this is Sameer Al-Shaikhly the Minister of interior affairs until 1991 and the before that was the from the early 80s after Khairallah Tulfah's death he was the Mayor of Baghdad.He was forced to resign because of his opinion about the invasion of Kuwait, now lives in Amman, Jordan. Second Photo- from the right, Staff Lt. General Pilot Muzahim Sa'ib Al-Hassan, last commander of the Iraqi Air defence, in the middle, Staff General Ibraheem Abdulsattar Al-Tikriti , the last head of Staff the third from the right is not visible Written on the back: left "make mercy the crown of justice and determination instead of hesitation and slowing down instead of haste and wisdom instead of recklessness and the mind to substitute foolishness" the rest is unreadable right : "Oh God open our hearts and ears and enlighten our path and make us discern the saying of the others whither it's true or false, and let what's in their heart to be back at them" Third Photo set(next two): Mr. Izzet Ibraheem (Al-Douri), one meeting with the Brazilian President. The inscription on the reverse indicate that this image was presented to the Iraqi President (Saddam). Fourth Photo Set(next two): Saddam's Half Brother and Watban Altikriti Fifth Photo set(final three): Pending Information. Very senior Air Force officers.

Beyond tragic, but at least it is not completely destroyed. I have one such bar, but thank God the ribbons are beautifully intact.

This is outstanding! Thank you! I have not read much about the Lublin battle. I know about the aftermath between the Soviet backed Polish and the Free Polish Army, after the city's liberation.

Thank you all for educating us on these medals. I had no idea how beautiful these awards are. I wish there was a publication that explained what they were awarded for.

Damn Bill. I want you with me if I pick lottery numbers. This is awesome. Egorka, thank you for this added history! I am amazed at how these items can recreate someones military career.... way more than a random Iron Cross.

Thanks for the additions! Your ability to scout these sets out is nothing short of amazing.

Wow! How many do you have?

I look forward to it! What started your interest in this field of collecting?

What is the citation on this one? Long service?

Most impressive. You do a great job in bringing life to these orders. Thank you for what you are doing.

Maybe his star will appear one day!

Another awesome and desirable piece. These Afghan awards were more hard won than their WW2 counterparts(in many cases).

Long Service? What are the other awards listed?

What was the citation on this one? Long Service?

Are these books all in blue? This is one medal I'm missing.

Wow! A locomotive engineer! Another rarity! Great citation Bill.

This is the first sniper award I've seen. And to a female as well. Great score Bill. Did you buy this as a random star or already researched?

Awesome! Was the story passed down by your Grandmother? What did he do to be awarded this honor?

Thanks for the information! Kinda stinks there is nothing for the super long performing stallions.

Get it researched please!

Most lovely award! Welcome to the GMIC! I look forward to seeing other parts of your collection. I focus on Iraqi shoulder slides and uniforms to put them on. I have a special affection for the Popular Army!

Wow. I cannot believe there are no comments on this amazing order and history! This is what it is all about! What a narrative! I'd be proud to own that order.

Very disappointing. I wish there were a way to remove the bad entries to restore this man's memory/contribution.