Thank You both for the info. 

Pakistan fake made in the 80's or 90's

I saw some custom made ribbon bars that I really liked, and I wanted to make my own ribbon bars to put on my old uniform. Does anyone know where I can make it? Thank you very much! Here are some examples of what I want: The above two pictures are from  It is worth mentioning that I once placed an order with a Taiwanese, but he took me too long, far beyond the delivery time he claimed, and he always replied to my email with just a few words of apology, and he didn't answer my phone calls. I was very angry and got a refund before the final time of PayPal.  http://www.ribbons.com.tw/  

Put some toothpaste on that droopy wing and rub gently with water pouring over it. That will remove the polishing residue. And don't do ANYTHING to that first one.  It has an outstanding patina. 

> Nice to see that... my father was stationed there in 1944 or 45 for Signal Corps training prior to Manhattan Project in Los Alamos... met my mother in Joplin, and I arrived there a year later. 

U.S. Army Garrison Fort McCoy Soldiers are welcomed into the 88th Readiness Division by the 88th Readiness Division command team, Maj. Gen. Joseph Ricciardi, senior commander of Fort McCoy and 88th RD Command Sgt. Maj. Douglas Dieckman during a patching ceremony, March 13, 2025, at Fort McCoy, Wis. This patching ceremony is symbolic of changing from one higher headquarters to another and was a tribute to the enduring partnership between the garrison and the 88th Readiness Division, showcasing the division’s storied legacy, unwavering strength, and commitment to shaping a bold and resilient future. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Nataja Ford) Fort McCoy Garrison soldiers formerly wore the U.S. Army Material Commamd SSI  

Bonjour.   I don't know if the VB MARKI were delivered to the A.E.F. troops. Apparently, no US message carrier.   Sol. " HANDBOOK of ORDNANCE DATA Nov 15 1918"        

. It seems like only yesterday that I added a post here about Craig and although I haven't apparently posted since 2017,  each time I add something to the forum I think of Craig and almost await a response.     Lewis.   ...

Here is a 1945 buckle I bought a week or so ago for Manuel Barrito USN Manila Cavite Philippines.  

275th Infantry Regiment conpagny B   Operation Nordwind From the 275th Infantry's initial defensive mission after arriving in theater, it is ordered to join the 45th Infantry Division in the frigid, snow covered ridges and mountains of the Low Vosges just in time to meet the Germans executing Nordwind. Philippsbourg This village was an important German objective in operation Nordwind because of the road and rail network in that area. The 275th Infantry was committed to help clear it of enemy forces.