Medals Found Corp Myles NX80730

[Ruskie]

Terrific John! Thanks for posting the photo. 

To see the photo of you two and the medals is the icing on the cake to a great series of events which led to this day! 

[If you are interested, you can buy a new ribbon ro replace the one in poor condition. Personally I prefer the original - there may be something that can be done to preserve it.  ]

[jimmy39]

It was a great result and it was very good to met John
on such a good day we had a great conversation and enjoyed a beer
Incredible that we lived so near to each other in this great big
beautiful counrty  less than 5 miles away from each other
we covered a fair few subjects and he too is a very interesting person

The medals are in good condition and have the official numbers on them so definately original the ribbons are a bit tattered I understand for originality it would be good to preserve as much as possible the original ribbons but for around $10 each they can be replaced and would be a compliment to the medals they would be as new condition or as issued  John could proudly wear them on Anzac Day

Big thanks to Kevin Wison and his wife who found the medals and originally posted to Navy web site that I belong to and thanks to all here who participated
Kindest Regards Jim

I resemble his remark on bad hair day

[Ruskie]

Interesting that you mention the numbers Jim. I always thought that, unlike WW1 medals which have name and regt of recipient, WW2 medals did not have identifying marks on them (or am I thinking of those issued for UK forces?  ) [I have just done some digging and the stars issued to Australian personnel have name engraved on the back ... I will check up on UK issued stars  ).

If John does decide to purchase new ribbons, I think he should keep the originals too (there's just something about them which gives character to the set of medals. My opinion anyway. 

(PS. I am surprised that you men are concerning yourselves with your bad hair days  )

PPS. Jim, can you please tell us what medals you're wearing? 

[jimmy39]

UK WW2 Medals were not stamped with O/N as there were too many issued
good Idea keep the originals and get a replica set
My medals L-R
AASM Australian Active Service Medal with Clasp Vietnam
VLSM Vietnam Logistic Support Medal
ASM Australian Service Medal with clasps PNG and FESR (Papua New Guinea and Far East Strategic Reserve)
ADM Australian Defence Medal
ANSM Anniversary of National Service Medal
Thats the last time I will wear my originals I am giving them to my eldest Grandson Connor next month to make sure that he has them

[Ruskie]

I read that only Australian and South African medals were stamped, now I know why UK ones weren't.

Thanks for filling me in on your medals. I'm sure your grandson will be proud to have them. 

[jimmy39]

I officially handed my medals to the eldest of my 6 grandsons Connor

[majm]

I have no words to express my emotions at this moment.  I am the current custodian of the medals for several of my forebears who served. Our family's succession plan for these medals is well in place in my instance too, and is based on our forebears express wishes: to the eldest for the eldest to make sure all brothers and sisters learn not to glory war, but that we learn to honour, respect and care for all those who serve.

May Connor's tasks never be a chore, and always a joy.

[jimmy39]

I have no words to express my emotions at this moment.  I am the current custodian of the medals for several of my forebears who served. Our family's succession plan for these medals is well in place in my instance too, and is based on our forebears express wishes: to the eldest for the eldest to make sure all brothers and sisters learn not to glory war, but that we learn to honour, respect and care for all those who serve.

May Connor's tasks never be a chore, and always a joy.

My Grandson Connor has his father currently serving in the Australian Army
he knows well his great Grandfather served in The Britsh Merchant Navy
and his Poppy served in the Royal Australian Navy
He is so proud

[Finley 1]

Interesting mentioning the Australian Navy.. My Poppa served in British Navy during the war (2nd) and then after de-mob... Joined the Australian Navy and we all went to live out there -- I travelled back to Uk on a Naval ship in the 50's  full of lovely sailors.. but I was only around 6.. so didnt fully appreciate them.  But they sure did look after me and my sister. 

 

Xin