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GEN. CHARLES D. W. CANHAM SILVER STAR MEDAL

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Militaria Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,500.00 USD
GEN. CHARLES D. W. CANHAM SILVER STAR MEDAL
Important pair of Canham relics, Canham's Silver Star medal along with the original award. The award, issued by the Headquarters of the 29th Infantry Div. on June 22, 1944, is marked "RESTRICTED" and cites Canham's heroism: "...on the 8th June 1944 Colonel Canham personally led his combat team in an assault on the town of * * * , France. He was constantly in command of the situation and often exposed himself to enemy fire without regard for his own safety. His presence was an inspiration to the troops. He continuously moved with the forward elements and his courageous actions inspired the men to keep advancing and obtain the objective...". Very good. In a later typed copy of the award (included), Canham clarifies the name of the town, noting that it was "Grandcamp-les-Bains".

Estimate: $1,200 - 1,500.

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