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WWII Marine Corps medals help

Discussion in 'Information Requests' started by probation, Aug 30, 2008.

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    My grandfather served in the 3rd Marine Division, 3rd signal company and fought in the battle of Bougainville. I have a set of his ribbons from his service time but I have no idea what they are. Any help in telling me what the ribbons represent would be appreciated.
     

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    In order in the picture

    1. Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/2 Campaign Stars
    2. American Campaign Medal
    3. WW II Victory Medal

    Second row

    1. Navy Presidential Unit Citation
    2. Navy Unit Commendation W/ Star for additional award
    3. Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal

    The last Item is the USMC Sharpshooter Badge
     
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    The second row is in the correct order and should be on top. The first row should be the American Campaign Medal. Then the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/2 Campaign Stars. Then the WW II Victory Medal and all three should be on the bottom according to order.
     
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