22 March 1945
Follow Frank Keighley's hot spots to see the account of his Oak Leaf Emblem and Mention in Despatches.
The bronze oak leaf emblem is c. 2 1/2 centimetres long. It was awarded to servicemen in both world wars and it was worn to signify a Mention in Despatches.
Wikipedia states: A soldier mentioned is despatches (or dispatches) (MiD) is one whose name appears in an official report written by a superior officer and sent to the high command, in which is described the soldier's gallant or meritorious action in the face of the enemy.
Author: Anon
Year = 1945
Month = March
Day = 22
Object = Other
Work = Military
Extra = Military
Extra = WW2
Extra = 1940s
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