United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 Archive missing its hinge and medal

missing its hinge and medal bed

rural countryside

attached to the ribbon are two ribbon bars - one for an Iron Cross 1939 Second Class

the reverse bearing a central raised and gilded monogram of King Wilhelm I

by Sperrle

United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 Archive missing its hinge and medalIn bronze and enamels, engraved "JOSEPH B. McGOVERN", with period brooch and ribbon, having been worn, remains an untouched and fine example. Footnote: Joseph McGovern was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He was born on March 15, 1920., Long Island City, Queens County, New York. He had enlisted in the United States Navy and had the rank of Seaman First Class. Service number assignment was 6000036. He