United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 Archive Waffen-Gebirgs-Division der SS „Skanderbeg“ Ärmelschild)

Waffen-Gebirgs-Division der SS „Skanderbeg“ Ärmelschild)

missing its hinge and medal bed

and two Miniature Badges

by Sperrle

He signed his Attestation Paper on September 17

United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 Archive Waffen-Gebirgs-Division der SS „Skanderbeg“ Ärmelschild)In bronze and enamels, engraved "JOSEPH B. McGOVERN", with period brooch and ribbon, having been worn, remains an untouched and fine example. Footnote: Joseph McGovern was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He was born on March 15, 1920., Long Island City, Queens County, New York. He had enlisted in the United States Navy and had the rank of Seaman First Class. Service number assignment was 6000036. He