I think W/C Dicks is thoroughly enjoying his appointment and he is held in respect by both his superiors and subordinates
Klasse” and “Nur von dem Beliehenen zu öffnen” (Only to be opened by the recipient) and dated “16
a maker’s sticker on the reverse reading “Deschler & Sohn
mostly in very good condition
England on July 2nd and arriving in Halifax
United States. A Purple Heart To Submariner, Fireman I Class Schmidt, Usnr, Uss Herring Kia Auction I think W/C Dicks isTwo piece construction, in bronze gilt with purple, red, white and green enamels, engraved "CHARLES A SCHMIDT F1c USNR" on the reverse, measuring 34. 7 mm (w) x 43 mm (h), original ribbon with brooch pinback, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "PURPLE HEART" on the lid, soiled medal bed, light soiling and edge wear on the exterior, case very fine. Accompanied by a United States Navy