“British, WW1 (Jutland) & WW2 Royal Navy Medal Group, J33814 Charles Raymond Rae A.B. R.N. (1899-1971), WW1 The Victory Medal, Great War Medal, LSGC Medal HMS Whiteshed, WW2 1939-45 Star, Atlantic War Medal, Naval GSM with Palastine 1936-39 Clasp (Mine Sweeping), Original Service Papers, Death Certificate, Detailed History, 2 photographs, plus 1914-1915 Star for Pte. T. Rae.” has been added to your cart. View cart
Purple Heart Medal with Bar and Original Box
Obverse profile of George Washington
Reverse: For Military Merit
The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the president to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who are wounded, killed, or die as a result of wounds received in armed combat or an act of international terrorism. Instituted on August 7, 1782, its origins trace back to the Badge of Military Merit, a heart-shaped purple cloth insignia. The Purple Heart was one of the first awards in military history that could be given to lower-ranking, enlisted soldiers or non-commissioned officers for their outstanding service. The Purple Heart officially received its modern-day look and name in 1932. The revived medal was designated primarily as a combat decoration, recognizing commendable action as well as those wounded or killed in combat.
*Condition*
Good used condition. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
