Orders, Decorations and Medals

A mounted group of nine miniature dress medals attributed to Major William B. van Northwick, United States Infantry

U.S.A., Bronze Star; American Campaign Medal; European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, two bronze stars on ribbon; Victory Medal 1945; Army of Occupation Medal, 1 clasp, Germany; National Defense Medal; Korea Medal; U.N. Korea Medal; G.B., Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Officer’s badge, silver base metal and enamel, mounted court style for wear, contained in Spink, London leatherette case generally extremely fine (9) £60-80

With framed citation for the Bronze Star, in glazed gilt frame, 272 x 215mm:

‘Major William B. van Northwick, 01011052, Infantry, United States Army. Major van Northwick, a member of the United Nations Civil Assistance Command Korea, is cited for meritorious service in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in Korea during the period 15 October 1951 to 8 March 1952. Serving as Personnel Consultant to the Commanding General and assistant Chief of the Personnel and Administration Division and responsible for the numerous intricate details attendant to these key positions, Major van Northwick consistently carried out his many duties in an exemplary manner. His sound judgement, outstanding professional ability and constant attention to duty earned him the deep respect and admiration of all those with whom he worked and contributed immeasurably to the success achieved by his organization in accomplishing its vital mission. The meritorious service rendered by Major van Northwick throughout this period materially furthered the cause of the United Nations in Korea and reflects great credit on himself and the military service.’

With a photograph of the recipient.