General Stanley H. Ford’s Group – BB& B Bronze General Staff Corps Badge High quality badge from a maker. Circa 1930s. Applied gilt eagle and glory. No chipping.
When I purchase the Ford grouping this badge was present, knowing that there was at one time a gold, engraved badge that belonged to the General as well. Whether or not this was added with the other gold one was removed ,or the possibility that the General had several of these at one time. It is priced most fairly, as the last one I sold a few years ago was for $700.00.
Pin back. 2 inches – point to point of star.
Super condition.
Stanley Hamer Ford (1877 – 1961), began his military career as a 2nd Lieutenant in the 16th U.S. Infantry, then in Cuba, on July 9, 1898, and with subsequent promotions through the years, he made the rank of major general in March of 1936, and retired a lieutenant general on January 31, 1941, after 43 years of service. I have included a complete history for the General in the photograph section with each of the Ford losts offered.
His decorations include: The DSM: “For exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services, as Chief of Staff of the 27th Division, he rendered valuable services in the operations of this division. by tireless energy, good judgment, and keen foresight he proved to be an important factor in the brilliant military operations of the 27th Division.” In addition to, these other decorations and medals were awarded; Officer of the Legion of Honor (France), Croix de Guerre with Palm (Belgium), Philippine Campaign Medal, Spanish War Service Medal, Victory Medal (4 clasps), Distinguished Service Medal (New York State), with Silver Star Citation, and the Cuban Pacification Medal.
There will be more of General Ford’s material, including medals, etc. in the following listings, and you are welcome to inquire about them.
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| Weight | 1 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 10 × 8 × 2 in |
