United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature United Republic of then transferred to the Canadian

then transferred to the Canadian Army Training Centre in Petawawa on January 6

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the obverse bears a loop for attachment

the reverse with a barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback

United States. A Silver Star Medal, Miniature United Republic of then transferred to the CanadianTwo piece construction, in gilt and blackened bronze, measuring 17. 8 mm (w) x 23. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, original ribbon with pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Silver Star Medal is the United States Armed Forces' third highest personal decoration for valor in combat. The Silver Star Medal is awarded primarily to members of the United States Armed Forces for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States.