[MEDALS]. [WORLD WAR II]. A group of 2 American medals for distinguished service during World War II, and a Japanese medal for the 2,600th National Anniversary. [V.p.: ca. 1940s]. Including: The Bronze Star Medal; this medal is awarded for “Heroic or Meritorious Achievement: in a combat zone (70 x 35 mm). Bronze a bit dull, some light soiling, wrinkling to ribbon. [Together with:] The Purple Heart Medal; this medal is awarded to soldiers who are wounded or killed during combat (“For Military Merit”) (75 x 35 mm). Some toning, wrinkling to ribbon. These medals were awarded to George J. Braun (1913-1989), with his name engraved on the versos of the medals. [Together with:] The Japanese 2,600th National Anniversary Commemorative Medal. This was awarded in 1940 (the 15th year of Showa). (85 x 40 mm). Metal a bit dull, some mild wear to ribbon.