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Up for sale is an authentic, officially named World War II U.S. Army / Army Air Forces combat veteran medal grouping belonging to Bernard W. Hays of Bloomington, Indiana
Lot Includes:Officially Named Bronze Star Medal: Features crisp, original WWII-era government machine engraving on the reverse reading BERNARD W. HAYS.The medal utilizes a period-correct slot-brooch suspension.
*Please note: The small enamel lapel pin typically housed in the top-left slot of the presentation case is missing from this set.
Original WWII "Coffin" Presentation Case: A classic 1940s dark blue/black faux leather box with ornate gold-leaf detailing
Victory medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Diamond "Ruptured Duck" Honorable Service Lapel Patch
Veteran Provenance:Bernard Woodrow Hays Sr. (Born November 19, 1922, in Monroe County, Indiana) registered for the draft in 1942.He went on to serve as a frontline Heavy Machine Gunner in the European Theater.Archival records and family history document that he was highly decorated for gallantry in action, earning both the Bronze Star Medal and the Silver Star during his service.
Please note: Only the Bronze Star medal is present in this sale lot.A fantastic, fully traceable combat gallantry lot in excellent vintage condition. Please review the photos for exact hardware details and condition.
