United States. A Silver Star Medal Awarded to Thomas F. Lawrence United Republic of worn on original ribbon with

worn on original ribbon with decorative bar

raised platform with recessed medal bed

They were sent to the soldiers at the front to instill a feeling of connection with their homes and convince them to fight to protect that home

also maker marked "WELLINGS MFG

Republic: Cross of the Order of St

United States. A Silver Star Medal Awarded to Thomas F. Lawrence United Republic of worn on original ribbon withFive pointed star, obverse center bearing a star surrounded by wreath, reverse inscription FOR GALLANTRY IN ACTION and the name THOMAS F. LAWRENCE, numbered 10841 on the edge, on original ribbon with safety pinback, 37 mm, extremely fine condition. Footnote: The Silver Star Medal is the United States Armed Forces' third highest military decoration for valor in combat. The Silver Star Medal is awarded primarily to members of the United States Armed