Miniature Medals on a Prince Charlie Jacket

[creagdhubh]

I use the Medals of America miniatures with magnetic backs. They don't come off by accident, but are reasonbly easy to remove by gripping the back with one hand, and the medals with the other, and sliding them apart, rather than pulling. I have never had a problem with the magnets not holding, through several Marince Corps Birthday Balls, and several other occasions associated with my job at a Department of Defense agency.

Thanks, Geoff.

Semper Fidelis!

[Geoff Withnell]

Medals of America has the USMC/Navy Combat Aircrew Wings here: http://www.medalsofamerica.com/Item--i-B257ListHeader

They have both full size and minature.

I believe they also have the tiny stars for additional awards available.

I have the privilege of wearing these wings myself.

Kyle,

The Wings with my medals are US Army Aviator Wings. I do not have a miniature set of Naval Aviator wings and I cannot find miniature USMC Combat Air Crew wings. (I'm authorized all three)
Also please note that while here in Canada I only wear the miniatures of awards. I do not wear the "I was there" medals. This is due to the respect I hold for my Canadian hosts. In Canada a person may have served for 30 years and seen combat three or four times yet would wear only one, or possibly two, medals. Our system looks gaudy to them.

So yes, I play it down while in my adopted country. I get enough questions as it is.

[Chas]

Yes, there will be two small holes that show when you are not wearing the medals. They are not that noticeable, though, and if noticed, they are merely a testament to the fact that you 1) do rate medals and 2) do wear them at appropriate times.
Cordially,
David

Teeny thread loops to carry the pin is how it's done on uniforms in Britain. Just make sure the thread is a matching colour.

Totally agree!

In truth, I also cannot see a problem. I know men who have the little loops sewn on the breast of their suits so they can wear their full sized medals during the day. Clothing is to be worn. If we want it to be pristine we should put it back in the bag and then back in the wardrobe.

Regards

Chas