Japan, Self-Defence Forces. A Ground Self-Defence Force Uniform Auction 1937 GVI Coronation Medal -

1937 GVI Coronation Medal - Silver

he joined the Luftwaffe with Flieger-Ersatz Abteilung 7 and attended Flight/Air Observer School in Cologne

with its mint correct replacement ribbon

48 mm long knurled needle pin

His father went on to become a Lieutenant-Colonel and was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Order

Japan, Self-Defence Forces. A Ground Self-Defence Force Uniform Auction 1937 GVI Coronation Medal -A Japanese Ground Self Defence Force Uniform consisting of tunic and trousers. The tunic is constructed of green wool twill fabric with a linen interior lining. The breasts of the tunic close by five reinforced button holes meeting an equal number of non magnetic bronze buttons engraved with the image of chrysanthemums. The front exterior contains four pockets. The hip pockets open with diagonal slits and reinforced pocket flaps. The interior of the