Paul R

It looks odd to me. Let's see what others say. The "soft" part has me scratching my head too.

Lets see the rest of the group please!!

The ships would have been listed chronologically. In 1968, the NAM was a big deal. Was it possible to score the citation? Regards Paul

Oakleaf clusters are for the Army or Army Air Corps. The naval branches used stars.

Rudi, Danke mein Freund!!! Separate question- How many Mannschafts PLM were there? What is the silver medal with the crown? Paul

Here is my one and only... to a man who answered his state's call.

This is a very good question, which I've wondered about as well. Thank you all.

Very interesting! I like steam boat captain! I do not have a naval set yet.

I am not really big into Japanese militaria (yet), but I am intrigued by their military history, most specifically, the Russo-Japanese War. It was the first instance in Modern history where an Asiatic country defeated a modern "European" style military. It provided non-Western nations with the evidence needed to assure them that the mighty Western nations were not undefeatable and encouraged later wars of independence by many colonized regions the "third world." later in the 20th century. This is one of my favorite medals.

Thanks for adding these details. Now this is more than just a basic ORB. Where did you find the photograph?

Hi Uwe, I was referring to the Jerusalem Cross. If I was reading the entry correctly, they are awarded in three classes, based upon donation amounts. (paid for). Here, we are not allowed to wear donation/religious awards on our military medal bars and uniforms. Regards Paul

Thanks Bill. The Petrochemical medal is rare in its own right!

They are most the most desirable by far, but they reflect sacrifice and duty. I love them for their simplicity.

Please adopt me! Most wonderful groups. Another group picked up earlier this year. Thanks Gerd. A nice single documented medal.

Sal, how did you get the names for those wonderful bars? Researching the combinations? I love the Legion of Merit bar as well.

Congrats on your new additions Rick and all! You know how much I love the NC crosses.

Rob, those are some amazing groups, as normal! I dont know how you find these. I wish the British would adopt a POW service medal.

I dont know about you, but I think this Luftwaffe Oberfeldwebel strap is a real beauty! Does anyone else have any Medical Academy insignia?

15thPACAV has it 100%. Nothing for me to add really. Officer candidate caps are pretty rare. It is a beauty.

It is interesting that the German government allowed for these "paid for" medals to be worn on the uniform. They are pretty cool though! Here are my BW medal bars. And this one.

Cool! I cant wait to see it! :-)

Here are some items! http://www.germanmilitaria.com/Political/04ASSORT5.html

Bill, You possess some remarkable groups. Where did you find these? I've searched all over for such sets. Paul

Very nice. Can you please show us some close ups of the board? Also, is there blue piping in the cap? I love the obscure LW stuff!

Hi Ron! It is great to see you! I look forward to seeing your bits. The numbers are researchable!