SAMedals

Hi all

I am currently busy with research into this award of the South African Defence Force (1966 to 1976). I have plenty reading matter but require good quality images of the medal.

Good images of the medal is as scarce as the medal itself.

Will appreciate all inputs.

Regards

Norman

Hi Norman,

Perhaps these will help?

Cadet Corps and Cadet Corps Champion Shot medals.

Cheers, Gary (pm me for better pics)

Morning gentlemen.

Try these guys, www.the-amc.co.za, they tend to have some good stuff, either for sale or auction.

regards

Thomas

Thanks Thomas - Cheers, Gary.

Hi Gary

I collect items that relate to 2 Squadron in the Korean War, but no other SAAF material, so I don't have any other SAAF patches. However, tomorrow I am looking after a friend's militaria shop and I will check the stock there and, if it includes SAAF patches, I will let you know. He has had them in the past.

Regards

Brett

Thanks Brett - Keep me posted - Cheers.

Elsewhere in this forum an appeal is made for SAAF squadron patches, so I decided to open a new topic dedicated to this subject. My contribution is the patch of 2 Squadron, SAAF, the "Flying Cheetahs", which was adopted during the Korean War. As far as I know, prior to that SAAF squadrons did not have squadron patches. 2 Squadron was part of the US 18th Fighter-Bomber Wing in Korea and they copied the patch idea from their American comrades in this unit. The SAAF patches were made of silk in Korea by Korean ladies (and their sewing machines), who attached themselves to the UN forces to provide such housewifely services.

2 Squadron patches of this vintage are difficult to find.

Brett

Hi Brett,

Stunning patch and difficult to come by - I posted the appeal for SAAF Squadron patches - are you able to source any? Please let me know.

Regards, Gary (SAMedals)

Could'nt remember if it was standard or Guards - standard with a few distinct variations - Coldstream Guards with their own elongated design, I think Border Regiment with a distinctive squared off shape.

Produced in various metal finishes including gilt & anodised, bullion, plastic economy for WWII, & cloth in different colours including those with arm of service backings, different sizes & coloured metals etc depending on the unit concerned.

Are the ones shown in a bronzed finish? The standard Officers Service Dress version.

The 3 devices in the centre are crowns.

Hi, Thanks for all your input - this really sorts things out for me (Where did I get 'parachutes' from??)

These are in bronze.

Can anyone identify the rank badges in the pic below?

Inscription on each "TRIA JUNCTA IN UNO" - There seems to be 3 parachutes in the centre of each badge.

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

Hi Marco.

Try Vanguard Industries - http://www.vanguardmil.com/store/index.php?main_page=index click on Medals and Ribbons.

They managed to help me.

Regards,

Gary

alas-sorry, I have no mini medals ribbon. But Medals of America i think does. let me call.

Hi again, Thanks for your help here. I have found someone who is willing to help - Vangard Industries, they sell by the yard - I have placed an order with them and am still waiting for delivery. I'll let you know if they come through.

Cheers, Gary

Excellent Images. Thanx....

Regards

Norman

Hi Norman - Not sure if you received my message on the Transkei Flashes topic. Would you be able to find some Pictures of Modern SA Groups for me?

Regards,

Gary

Hi again Paul

Here is an image showing how the shoulder flashes are worn. In this case it is the flash of the South African Army. Enjoy.

Regards

Norman

Hi Norman - As you are aware already I collect / trade in SA medals. One area I lack in is pictures of modern SANDF groups. Are you able to find any in SA? I moved to London from Cape Town in 2001 and find it difficult to get good pictures of modern SA medals here. - If you do find some you can either post them on this site if you wish or I can PM you my email address.

what medal ribbons do you need?

Hi Ulsterman - Apologies for butting in here, but your response makes me think you could help - I am desperatly looking for some lengths (6-8 inches or more if you can) of mini US medal ribbon. If you can help, here is what I need: Air medal, Dist Flying Cross, Republic of Korea medal, Purple Heart, Air Service USA, Defence Meritorius Service, USAF Cross, Navy&Marine Corps Medal & Selected Marine Corps Service.

I have tried numerous sites with no joy, so you are pretty much my last hope - I have a Paypal account to pay by.

Kind regards, Gary

Hi Chris,

The first 3 medals on this topic were never issued and are un-named.

As you have no doubt seen the responses above that the Police one is a MSM, as LS&GC medals do exist.

Thanks for your interest

Gary

Hi Norman, Unfortunately no. They are quite rare.

Gary.

Anothe one of Idi Amin's medals - Presidents Commendation:-

Malawi Prisons

Malawi Police

A Few Malawi Medals not often seen.

Malawi LS&GC

Morning James

Thank you for sharing this information. Very comprehensive. You don't by chance have images to share on the medals you have described.

Regards

Norman

Hi Norman,

Here is an Image of the Damu Medal - Cheers - Gary

Another old Favorite - SADF Honoris Crux 1952

Some of the more Rarer South African Orders - not often seen

Order of the Star of South Africa

Order of the Southern Cross

The Order of Good Hope

The South African Order for Meritorious Service

The Woltemade Cross for Bravery - Gold

New South African Police Service 10 Year Commemoration Medal

Gold Cross for Bravery - New South African Police Service

Hello Stefan

I specifically collect RSA Republic Medals, do you still collect or any of your friends.

If you know of someone that is selling or considering, would you be so kind as to forward me thier details.

Best Regards

Mark

markhwlehmann@yahoo.com

Hi Mark, I'm selling some SADF and SAP medals in the Sale area of this site if you are interested?

Follow thread - http://gmic.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=33633

An example - SAP gold cross for Bravery- 9ct gold

Loyal Service Medal - 20 Years Service Bar and Reserve Decoration Emblem - South African National Defence Force

Campaign Medal - South African National Defence Force