A British First War "Arras" Commemorative Matchbox Cover 1914-1919 GTRexclude stating that he had previous

stating that he had previous military service with the 3rd Field Troop C

for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Target Coordinator during carrier attacks on the enemy in the Philippine Islands 11 - 14 November 1944

light contact and surface residue on the Medal

On 16 February 1918 he was promoted to a Lieutenant and become a platoon leader in the 26th Dragoons Regiment

The MVSN were distinguished by their uniform in several ways

A British First War "Arras" Commemorative Matchbox Cover 1914-1919 GTRexclude stating that he had previousThick brass, engraved with a two flowered plant and dated "1914" and "1919" on the front panel, "ARRAS" on the spine and a two flowered plant and "HAPPY RETURN" on the back panel, with ornate designs throughout, 39. 3 mm x 57. 2 mm x 22. 7 mm, spotting evident on the front panel, near extremely fine.