South Africa, Republic. A Louw Wepener Medal United Republic of constructed of white and golden

constructed of white and golden cotton threads

which led to a two year stint in CBI (China

that he had had previous military service with the 44th Welland Regiment and that his trade was that of Plumber

Cyclops on January 8

even though he admitted himself

South Africa, Republic. A Louw Wepener Medal United Republic of constructed of white and golden(Louw Wepener medalje). Instituted in 1967. In bronze gilt, number impressed "15" on the edge, measuring 38 mm (w) x 49. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension, scattered gilt wear, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Louw Wepener Medal was instituted in 1967 and was discontinued in 1975. It was awarded for bravery, normally non operational and could be awarded posthumously, the recipient entitled to use the post nominal letters