Description
A time machine of a find, this set belonged to USMC PFC Lorenz
Lorenz served with the Head Quarters Company in Signals, of the 4th Marines & later in 1945 the 5th Marines with the V Amphibious Corps.
They took part in the following battles:
The V Amphibious Corps (VAC) was a formation of the United States Marine Corps which was composed of the 3rd, 4th and 5th Marine Divisions in World War II. The three divisions were the amphibious landing force for the United States Fifth Fleet with two goals, removal of Japanese forces from islands so U.S. Seabees could build advance bases to project US power. In doing this VAC was notably involved in the battles for Tarawa, Saipan, and Iwo Jima. V Amphibious Corps was commanded by General Holland ‘Howlin Mad’ Smith followed by General Harry Schmidt.
World War II
* Battle of Tarawa
* Battle of Makin
* Battle of Kwajalein
* Battle of Eniwetok
* Battle of Saipan
* Battle of Tinian
* Battle of Leyte
* Battle of Iwo Jima
An incredible chance to own a little time machine wooden locker. Included is all the items pictured, his USMC Boyt 1943 named Web Ammo Belt, His USMC Hand Book, Japanese Imperial Navy Insignia, Coins, a Medal and an Opium Pipe is amoung some of the items he sent home from his service in the Pacific.
