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and to Captain Wise of the Wilson line steamer Ontario they owe their lives

illustrating a woman in flowing robes representing Columbia

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Two Second War Merit & Service Awards - War Merit Cross & Faithful Service Medal

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Italy, Kingdom. A Voluntary Militia For National Security (Msvn) “Blackshirts” Fez Auction and to Captain Wise ofThis is an extremely well preserved Voluntary Militia for National Security (Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale) members fez, constructed of fine black doeskin wool. The top of the fez bears a black threaded tassel that hangs over the sides. The fez is surrounded by a fold down panel that is adorned with a band of woven black machine embroidered ribbon. A rolled, black threaded cord is stitched to the front and rear, and hangs over the side