Lot 10
AEF 27th Division Purple Heart with Oakleaf Cluster to Twice Wounded 106th Infantry Corporal
פתיחה: $150
AEF 27th Division Purple Heart with Oakleaf Cluster to Twice Wounded 106th Infantry Corporal
Original 1932 issue Purple Heart with Oakleaf Cluster has split brooch suspension, worn but intact original ribbon is mounted by subsequent award oakleaf cluster appurtenance. Rim has number "364". Reverse is officially engraved "EDWARD C. LEE". A copy of his medal card notes "Awarded for wounds received in action September 2, 1918 and Oct. 17, 1918. His New York Abstract of WWI Military Service notes participation in engagements at Dickebusch, Mt. Kemmel, East Poperinghe, Ceirstraat Crossing, Quillemont, the Hindenburg Line, and La Salle River. It further notes that his September 2, 1918 wound was "slight", and his other wound listed here as transpiring on October 15 was "Severely". Lot includes his lapel pin, and medal ribbon bar also with an oakleaf cluster.
$300 - $500