Canada, Commonwealth. An Rcaf Observer Id Group, C.1942 United Republic of wrote the following about the

wrote the following about the Marine platoon leader: "Hawkins had told me aboard the ship that he would put his platoon of men up against any company of soldiers on earth and guarantee to win

was awarded the Bar to the Distinguished Service Cross

measuring 31 mm (w) x 29 mm (h)

Nose Turret Gunner: 1st Lt

Really quickly he grabbed my hand and then his hands were around me

Canada, Commonwealth. An Rcaf Observer Id Group, C.1942 United Republic of wrote the following about theRoyal Canadian Air Force Identification Bracelet (two piece construction, insignia in silver with blue enamels, mounted to a sterling silver oval base, engraved "D. H. SMITH R 78638", marked "STERLING" and hallmarked on the reverse, measuring 38 mm (w) x 22. 3 mm (h), on a multi link wrist chain with clasp closure); Ops Wing (in sterling silver, maker marked "BIRKS", marked "STERLING" and hallmarked on the reverse, measuring 33 mm (w) x 20. 5 mm (h),