United States. A Dfc Group To S/Sgt John Wietecha, “Sassy Sal” Ball Turret Gunner With The 13Th Air Force Auction surface oxidation evident on the

surface oxidation evident on the reverse

the dagger measuring 345 mm overall

A rare hardshelled

near very fine condition with moderate corrosion on the reverse

engraver marked "DE MARCHIS LORIOLI MILANO"

United States. A Dfc Group To S/Sgt John Wietecha, “Sassy Sal” Ball Turret Gunner With The 13Th Air Force Auction surface oxidation evident on theDistinguished Flying Cross, bronze gilt, measures 43mm (w) x 47mm (h inclusive of integral suspension ring), rim numbered 16264, on original ribbon with brooch pinback, edges lightly worn, gilt wear on raised points, overall near very fine condition and accompanied by its button lapel pin, bronze and enamel, 17mm (w) x 3mm (h), very fine condition; Air Medal with two Silver and one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, bronze, measures 43mm (w) x 54 (h), reverse