Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal, Galipoli Star, By B.b. & Co. United Republic of 7 mm (w) 42

7 mm (w) 42

Gape died from Mesentric Venous Thrombosis (a blood clot in one or more veins that drain blood from the intestine

he was killed in action the day before the attack on Vimy Ridge on 8 April 1917

Harris Type X with the 'A' prefix which was awarded by Headquarters Marine Corps from 1938 to 1945)

bruising below the ball finial

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal, Galipoli Star, By B.b. & Co. United Republic of 7 mm (w) 42(Harp Madalyasi). Instituted in 1915. In nickel plated brass with red enamels, German made, ball finials on the tips of the star points, maker marked "B. B. & Co." on the reverse, measuring 57 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Gallipolli Star was a military decoration awarded by the Ottoman Empire. It is also known as the Ottoman War Medal. It was instituted by Sultan