United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 United Republic of two small five point stars

two small five point stars are affixed to the 12 o’clock arm denoting II Class

the two shoulder straps in army green cotton with securing straps on their undersides

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United States. A Purple Heart, USN, Lost at Sea aboard USS S-17 1943 United Republic of two small five point starsIn bronze and enamels, engraved "JOSEPH B. McGOVERN", with period brooch and ribbon, having been worn, remains an untouched and fine example. Footnote: Joseph McGovern was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He was born on March 15, 1920., Long Island City, Queens County, New York. He had enlisted in the United States Navy and had the rank of Seaman First Class. Service number assignment was 6000036. He