WW2 vet bringback help

[Adam Lewis]

Among the items in a USMC vet's estate are a pin and sash. The sash is 58 inches x 2.5 inches has a red stamp near one end.
What are they?

Adam

[Fritziii]

I think that may be a Chinese medal, let’s see what others say but my gut says Chinese.

Fritz

[Mauser HSc]

I think that may be a Chinese medal, let’s see what others say but my gut says Chinese.

Fritz

Mine too! Likely a pre or post war "China Marine:"


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/China_Marines

[Jareth]

I've seen enamel badge before. I think (?) it's an unofficial unit wound badge. Don't hold me to that

[blinky]

Good recall Jareth!

http://www.imperialjapanmedalsandbad...sociation.html

It's not identified specifically but it looks like it might be awarded by a prefecture (?).

[Adam Lewis]

That's it!

Good recall Jareth!

http://www.imperialjapanmedalsandbadges.com/warwoundassociation.html

It's not identified specifically but it looks like it might be awarded by a prefecture (?).

Jareth, Blinky,
WOW! The badge is exactly like one at the link you sent. The holes at 3 and 9 o'clock are there, and the inscription on the back is the same.

Thanks,
Adam

(I thought the 'sash' would be the first to be ID'ed.)

[Adam Lewis]

Sash or ??

Among the items in a USMC vet's estate are a pin and sash. The sash is 58 inches x 2.5 inches has a red stamp near one end.
What are they?

Adam

All,


I called this a 'sash' but don't really know what it is. Do you have any suggestions? I'll make an effort to chase down any ideas you present.


Adam

[blinky]

I think you're right about it being a sash but for what organization I have no idea. Someone who can read kanji might be able to figure some of it out but it's pretty hard to read (and the kanji is upside down ) Maybe it's related to the badge?

[GHP]

I think you're right about it being a sash but for what organization I have no idea. Someone who can read kanji might be able to figure some of it out but it's pretty hard to read (and the kanji is upside down ) Maybe it's related to the badge?

I tried a few days ago but the image was too fuzzy -- beyond my skill, even after I inverted and expanded it.

--Guy

[Adam Lewis]

I tried a few days ago but the image was too fuzzy -- beyond my skill, even after I inverted and expanded it.

--Guy

Trying to corral the possibilities... Do you think the sash is IJA, IJN issue or privately obtained?
Adam

[GHP]

Trying to corral the possibilities... Do you think the sash is IJA, IJN issue or privately obtained?
Adam

Looks civilian -- but I'm no subject-matter expert.

Here's a civilian one with reversed colors: White with red borders.

[Adam Lewis]

Vet paper bringbacks

Looks civilian -- but I'm no subject-matter expert.

Here's a civilian one with reversed colors: White with red borders.

There were a few papers in the vet's effects. I'm showing most here in the off chance the sash is mentioned? The photos of the graying paper were enhanced for clarity.
I can make blow ups of anything you'd like to see in more detail.
Adam


PS. There are two more paper items that will take some careful handling to get the text - see next reply.

[Adam Lewis]

PS. There are two more paper items that will take some careful handling to get the text - see next reply.[/QUOTE]

[GHP]

Sorry ... all I can make out is the circular prayer. This chant is used by Nichiren Buddhists, as well as Nichiren Shoshu Buddhists [Sokka Gakkai was a lay affiliate from 1952-1991].

南無妙法蓮華経
Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō
Hail the Mysterious Law of the Lotus Scripture

The "namu" portion, 南無, is a transliteration from Sanscrit "Namas" > Chinese "Námó" > Japanese "Namu".

--Guy

Image added to show correct orientation. The central kanji is the above "南無妙法蓮華経"

[GeorgeP]

Your stamped sheet looks to be a monetary receipt from the 245th Field Post Office, dated June 11, 1943. Unfortunately, I know very little about the numbered field post offices, but if something comes up location wise when I am rooting around, I will post it.


Tom