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NAVY MEXICAN CAMPAIGN SERVICE MEDAL, NUMBERED 10525, FULL WRAP BROOCH. Numbered 10525 on the rim of the medal at the six O’clock position. Ribbon Drape Tested U. The Mexican Service Medal was established by General Orders of the United States War Department on December 12, 1917. The Mexican Service Medal recognizes those servicemen who performed military service against Mexican forces between April 12, 1911 and June 16, 1919. To be awarded the Mexican Service Medal, a serviceman was required to perform military duty during the time period of eligibility and in one of the following military engagements. Veracruz Expedition: April 21 to November 23, 1914. Punitive Expedition into Mexico: March 14, 1916 to February 7, 1917. Buena Vista, Mexico: December 1, 1917. The punitive expedition in the aftermath of the Brite Ranch raid on San Bernardino Canyon, Mexico, December 26, 1917. La Grulla, Texas: January 8-9, 1918. The aftermath of the Neville Ranch raid that resulted in a small action in the village of Pilares, Chihuahua: March 28, 1918. For actions in Nogales, Arizona during the Battle of Nogales, November 1-26, 1915, or Battle of Ambos Nogales, August 27, 1918. El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua for the Battle of Ciudad Juárez : June 15-16, 1919. The United States Navy issued the Mexican Service Medal to the sailors and Marines who participated in any of the above actions, as well as to servicemen who served aboard U. Naval vessels patrolling Mexican waters between April 21 and November 26, 1914, or between March 14, 1916, and February 7, 1917. The Mexican Service Medal was also awarded to any servicemen who was wounded or killed while participating in action any against hostile Mexican forces between April 12, 1911, and February 7, 1917. Although the Mexican Service Medal was a single decoration, the U. Navy issued two different versions of it. The Army version displays an engraving of a yucca plant, while the Navy version depicts the San Juan de Ulúa fortress in Veracruz harbor. Both versions display the annotation “1911 – 1917″ on the bottom of the medal. The Mexican Service Medal was a one-time decoration and there were no service stars authorized for those who had participated in multiple engagements. For those soldiers who had been cited for gallantry in combat, the Citation Star was authorized as a device to the Mexican Service Medal. There were no devices authorized for the Navy’s version of the decoration. A similar decoration, known as the Mexican Border Service Medal also existed for those who had performed support duty to Mexican combat expeditions from within the United States.

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NAVY MEXICAN CAMPAIGN SERVICE MEDAL, NUMBERED 10525, FULL WRAP BROOCH. Numbered 10525 on the rim of the medal at the six O’clock position. Ribbon Drape Tested U. The Mexican Service Medal was established by General Orders of the United States War Department on December 12, 1917. The Mexican Service Medal recognizes those servicemen who performed military service against Mexican forces between April 12, 1911 and June 16, 1919. To be awarded the Mexican Service Medal, a serviceman was required to perform military duty during the time period of eligibility and in one of the following military engagements. Veracruz Expedition: April 21 to November 23, 1914. Punitive Expedition into Mexico: March 14, 1916 to February 7, 1917. Buena Vista, Mexico: December 1, 1917. The punitive expedition in the aftermath of the Brite Ranch raid on San Bernardino Canyon, Mexico, December 26, 1917. La Grulla, Texas: January 8-9, 1918. The aftermath of the Neville Ranch raid that resulted in a small action in the village of Pilares, Chihuahua: March 28, 1918. For actions in Nogales, Arizona during the Battle of Nogales, November 1-26, 1915, or Battle of Ambos Nogales, August 27, 1918. El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua for the Battle of Ciudad Juárez : June 15-16, 1919. The United States Navy issued the Mexican Service Medal to the sailors and Marines who participated in any of the above actions, as well as to servicemen who served aboard U. Naval vessels patrolling Mexican waters between April 21 and November 26, 1914, or between March 14, 1916, and February 7, 1917. The Mexican Service Medal was also awarded to any servicemen who was wounded or killed while participating in action any against hostile Mexican forces between April 12, 1911, and February 7, 1917. Although the Mexican Service Medal was a single decoration, the U. Navy issued two different versions of it. The Army version displays an engraving of a yucca plant, while the Navy version depicts the San Juan de Ulúa fortress in Veracruz harbor. Both versions display the annotation “1911 – 1917″ on the bottom of the medal. The Mexican Service Medal was a one-time decoration and there were no service stars authorized for those who had participated in multiple engagements. For those soldiers who had been cited for gallantry in combat, the Citation Star was authorized as a device to the Mexican Service Medal. There were no devices authorized for the Navy’s version of the decoration. A similar decoration, known as the Mexican Border Service Medal also existed for those who had performed support duty to Mexican combat expeditions from within the United States.

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This US Navy Mexican 1911-17 Service Medal is a great addition to any militaria collection. The medal is a wonderful piece of history, with an original design and unique features that make it a valuable item for collectors. The medal features a striking design and was manufactured in the United States during the WW I (1914-18) era. It is a great way to commemorate the service of Navy personnel during this time. The medal is in excellent shape and is an original piece, making it a great investment for any collector or admirer of military history. The medal is a great example of the craftsmanship and artistry that went into creating these types of items during this time period. This medal is a must-have for anyone interested in militaria, and will be a great addition to any collection.

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This is a United States Navy, plain numbered (8932), Mexican Service medal. It has the original split wrapped, open C catch brooch and original ribbon. The ribbon is in good condition. The planchet is in very good condition, and there are no edge knocks. The numbers are well impressed, very clear and easy to read. The medal comes with the original Bailey Banks & Biddle Co. Philadelphia logo box of issue, but the box shows age and wear and the dark brown color is faded and worn from the box. The box does open and close properly. This specific medal was awarded and issued to Chief Yeoman Ralph Everett Crawshaw. Crawshaw was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on October 23, 1889, and needless to say, had a very interesting naval career, ending in his premature death at sea. He first joined the US Navy on April 21, 1909, at Boston, MA. On October 22, 1912, he was honorably discharged from the USS Tennessee. The next day he reenlisted as a Seaman, at Boston, MA. On July 23, 1916, he was honorably discharged as Yeoman 2nd Class, while attached to the USS Birmingham. The next day, retaining his rank, he reenlisted at Long Island, NY. In July of 1920, he extended his enlistment for four years. After a hasty trail board, he was found guilty and placed into his quarters in confinement, under marine guard. The next day, August 7, 1921, he was found missing and his quarters porthole was left opened. Much later, his wife, a Navy nurse, was advised by letter that because of her husband’s conviction, he had become mentally deranged and squeezed through his porthole, and fell to his death at sea. Of course, because of this blemish on Chief Crawshaw’s records, his wife (and daughter) could not receive any compensation from his death. She asked and was granted permission to check the measurements of the porthole, and discovered that a young child could not squeeze through, let alone a full grown man. This was the first inconsistent fact, which started her on a quest to correct this injustice. She wrote letters to her Congressman, her Senator, the President, the Navy brass, the Secretary of the Navy, and even had the American Legion write letters in her husband’s behalf. Eventually his body was found two weeks later by the HMS Maidstone, on England’s Atlantic coast. But because they could not identify his decomposed body, he was buried as an “Unknown”. Political pressure was brought, but the Navy would not budge, and changed the story by claiming that Crawshaw was drunk and under the influence of drugs, and fell overboard. They later changed their mind, when a shipmate of Crawshaw, some years later, confirmed that the post office was raided by other seaman, during Crawshaw’s illness, and that he was not to blame. The 79th Congress, passed H. 900 bill, that confirmed that Chief Yeoman Crawshaw lost his life at sea, in the line of duty. Next, the Senate passed S. 2426, again confirming the Chief Yeoman Crawshaw lost his life at sea, in the line of duty. In August, 1951, President Truman signed the bill, and Chief Yeoman Crawshaw’s name was finally inscribed in the US Navy’s Roll of Honor. For her efforts, she was duly compensated for her husband’s untimely in-service death. I will provide two copies from the National Archives, confirming his award and issuance of this medal, by number, while aboard the USS Yankton (at one time owned by Sarah Bernhardt); a copy of his Good Conduct award (whereabouts of this medal is unknown); a copy of HR Bill 900 and a copy of S Bill 2426; and a copy of the Portsmouth Herald article dated August 22, 1951. I should also note that he was eligible for the WW1 Victory medal, however, if awarded and issued, whereabouts of that medal is unknown. There are about 275 pages of National Archival research available on Chief Yeoman Crawshaw. The item “Numbered (8932) US Navy Mexican Service Medal to Chief Yeoman-USS Yankton” is in sale since Sunday, May 5, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\United States\Medals, Pins & Ribbons”. The seller is “xvpd311″ and is located in Vallejo, California. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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For your consideration is a Mexican Biker Ring Made by Ring Maker “Innis Lawrence” of FLT (Fine Light Trading). FLT discontinued making rings a few years ago but was known as one if not the best reproducer of Mexican Biker Rings, handmade and styled and made the same way they were in the 1940s. They are highly sought after by ring aficionados and getting harder and harder to find on the open market. Ring is still in great shape with minimal wear on band and face. Features United States Marine Imagery, Heavy Weight weighing over 41 Grams. Mixed Metal Content (mainly Brass). Handmade in the USA. Please message me for any questions you may have and have a nice day. The item “Huge USN Marines WWII Style Mexican Biker Ring FLT Fine Light Trading Mens Ring” is in sale since Thursday, September 7, 2017. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Mexican\Rings”. The seller is “cresmitkelle” and is located in Truckee, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Jewelry Type: Rings
• Metal: Mixed Metals
• Ring Size: 11
• Signed?: Unsigned
• Material: Unknown

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1930S USN UNITED STATES NAVY MEXICAN BIKER RING. 925 STERLING SILVER LARGE RING RARE EXAMPLE IN FANTASTIC SHAPE. HALLMARKED MADE IN MEXICO. FRONT OF THE RING MEASURES 1 1/16 INCHES TALL. WEIGHS 35.2 GRAMS. SOME MINOR WEAR FROM AGE & USE. SEE PHOTOS FOR DETAIL. The item “ANTIQUE c. 1930 USN UNITED STATES NAVY MEXICAN BIKER RING STERLING SILVER vafo” is in sale since Sunday, April 15, 2018. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Vintage Ethnic/Regional/Tribal\Mexican, Latin American”. The seller is “valleyforgeantiques” and is located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Colombia.

• Material: Sterling Silver
• Metal: Sterling Silver
• Ethnic Origin: Mexican
• Jewelry Type: Ring

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