Thanks everyone for the kind words! Yes, I believe he did. I have been in contact with a person who not only served in Alaska, but his brother...
they are made up of 4 peices, No markings. I didn't notice it at first but they don't match. One is heavier then the other. Also one has periods...
I finally got pics of everything my grandma had. To my surprise before I left she asked if I wanted to take them home....
I used a different camera and got a good pic. [IMG]
I have been having issues with my computer. But I couldn't wait any longer to post this so I'm using my phone. When I was younger I remember...
You can request them without the signature of a next of kin, but your access will be limited. For instance I believe they will edit out all...
I went to my grandmas today, and looked at the marksman badge. The hallmark is on the top of the badge. It says "Sterling" and has this {F}...
opps, I always do that I missed the norwegian part. LRusso is correct my instructions are for American records.
Yep, you should be able to get his records. However since you are not considered next of kin you will only have limited access. For instance...
Thanks! The signature thing is a great idea.
Yeah there are definitely more. I have counted 12 so far, 1 in the civil war, 2 in WW1, 5 in WWII, 1 in Vietnam, 2 cousins served in Iraq, and my...
That is a great site, Thanks for the link! Thanks for the suggestion! After coming home he lead a normal life. Lived in the same town the rest...
I kinda feel like I'm stuttering, I have said it so many times. But I can't resist, Thank you so much everyone for all your help! I totally...
Your right about the 2 loaders. The part about him being familiar with all jobs incidental to firing of 40mm gun. Does that mean he learned to...
I have seen the AA Artillery bar. I also saw a Coast Artillery Bar and was curious why he didn't have either. Maybe there just for the gunners?
Ok Thanks, I'm gonna put all 3 bars on the original badge for the display. Along with 3 Medals/Ribbons, 3 Patches, 2 DUI Pins, Honorable discharge...
Thanks everyone! I requested his medals. Along with the medals there gonna send a replacement qualification badge with Carbine Bar. However my...
Awesome, thank you! I just watched a show on the Military Channel about the top 10 combat rifles and it got me curious. I've watched enough...
I have a Picture of my grandpa holding a gun. I was curious as to what kind of gun it is? On his discharge under qualification it says Marksman...
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