Did prisoners of war get medals?
Did prisoners of war get medals?
This medal may be awarded posthumously to the surviving next of kin of the recipient. No more than one Prisoner of War Medal may be awarded….
| Prisoner of War Medal | |
|---|---|
| Presented by | the Department of Defense |
| Eligibility | Personnel serving in any capacity with the U.S. Armed Forces |
| Status | Active |
How were French POWs treated in WW2?
As veterans of the 1940 Battle of France, the prisoners were blamed for the French defeat and portrayed as cowards who had surrendered, rather than fight to the death. They were also unfavourably compared with other men of their generation who had served in the Free French Forces or Resistance.
What is on the 1939 45 Defence Medal?
of King George VI
Design. The medal is cupro-nickel with the crowned effigy of King George VI on the obverse. The reverse has a lion standing on a double-headed dragon. The top of the reverse shows the dates 1939 and 1945.
Who got medals in WW2?
| Name | Service | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Lucian Adams | Army | Staff Sergeant |
| Harold C. Agerholm † | Marine Corps | Private First Class |
| Beauford T. Anderson | Army | Technical Sergeant |
| Richard B. Anderson † | Marine Corps | Private First Class |
What medal do POWs get?
The POW Medal is authorized for any person who, while serving in any capacity with the U.S. Armed Forces, was taken prisoner and held captive after April 5, 1917.
Do POWs get a Purple Heart?
Effective this date, the Purple Heart is limited to American military personnel and civilian awards are eliminated. The Department of Defense authorizes the Purple Heart for POWs (after December 7, 1941) who subsequently die in captivity.
How much are WWII medals worth?
Nowadays, World War II medals can fetch as little as $5 to $10. The main reason is that these medals are usually unnamed and can’t be easily linked to a recipient. Others, however, have been issued in small quantities and have a higher collector’s value.
Is the Defence Medal worth anything?
Put simply, yes! War medals are worth money, but how much you make when selling them depends on a lot of factors. If your medals are in great condition they will make more money than if they are damaged. If you have the original papers and presentation boxes that go with your medals they will also be worth more.
