Orders, Decorations & Medals - Australian Groups

Lot 5357    SESSION 17 - 11.30AM FRIDAY 16 APRIL    Orders, Decorations & Medals - Australian Groups

Estimate $900
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TRIO: Campaign Service Medal 1962 - two clasps - Borneo, Malaya Peninsula; Vietnam Medal 1964-73; South Vietnam Campaign Service Medal - clasp - 1960-. D.J.McCann R63997 on all medals. First two medals impressed, last medal engraved. Good very fine.

Together with United States Navy Unit Commendation. Leading Seaman Radio Operator Special (LSROS) David John McCann entered RAN 15Jan1965; ship service, HMAS Duchess 17Apr1965 - 24Apr1966; HMAS Perth 07Mar1967 - 16Jun1968 and 27Jul1970 - 10Jan1972; Disch.04Aug1975 Served on HMAS Perth during its tour of Vietnam and thus qualified to wear the U.S. Navy Unit Commendation (USNUC). USNUC Citation: ’For exceptionally meritorious service from 9 September to 5 April 1968 in the planning and execution of combat missions against enemy aggressor forces in direct support of Free World objectives. While operating as a unit of the US Seventh Fleet, HMAS Perth delivered extensive, destructive naval gunfire against enemy supply routes, coastal defense sites, troop concentrations, and fortified positions in both North and South Vietnam. The prowess and teamwork displayed by the personnel of Perth were uniformly characterised by personal valour, professional acumen, and individual initiative. Although often within range of enemy coastal defense sites, Perth quickly responded with skill and resourcefulness, silencing enemy batteries while maneuvering adroitly to avoid sustaining any damage or injury to herself. The tenacity, professionalism, and dedication demonstrated by the officers and men of Perth reflect great credit upon themselves and the Royal Australian navy.’ With research.