An Order Of The Crown Of Italy In Gold; Knight With Case Hold The 1st Marine Division was

The 1st Marine Division was awarded its third Presidential Unit Citation of the war for its actions during the periods from April 21 to 26

A Silver Grade Infantry Assault Badge Award Document named to Gefreiten Bellessem of the 5th Company of the Infantry Regiment 527

tears in the upper two corners

Fighting was hand to hand

deterioration of the black finish of the outer shell

An Order Of The Crown Of Italy In Gold; Knight With Case Hold The 1st Marine Division wasItaly (Kingdom): Gold with red, white, green, blue and black enamels, weighing 10. 2 grams inclusive of its ribbon, unmarked, 36. 7 mm, intact enamels, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, cypher of King Victor Emmanuel III on the lid, recessed medal bed, scuffing and wear evident on the exterior, case very fine.