RARE Gary Wetzel Medal of Honor Army Vietnam MoH 2x Autographs & Challenge Coin

Description: Description: This auction is for a AUTHENTIC and RARE Gary Wetzel Medal of Honor Army Vietnam MoH 2x Autographs & Challenge Coin Sp4c. Wetzel, 173d Assault Helicopter Company, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life. above and beyond the call of duty. Sp4c. Wetzel was serving as door gunner aboard a helicopter which was part of an insertion force trapped in a landing zone by intense and deadly hostile fire. Sp4c. Wetzel was going to the aid of his aircraft commander when he was blown into a rice paddy and critically wounded by 2 enemy rockets that exploded just inches from his location. Although bleeding profusely due to the loss of his left arm and severe wounds in his right arm, chest, and left leg, Sp4c. Wetzel staggered back to his original position in his gun-well and took the enemy forces under fire. His machine gun was the only weapon placing effective fire on the enemy at that time. Through his own resolve he overcame the shock and intolerable pain of his injuries, Sp4c. Wetzel remained at his position until he had eliminated the automatic weapons emplacement that had been inflicting heavy casualties on the American troops and preventing them from moving against this strong enemy force. Refusing to tend to his own extensive wounds, he attempted to return to the aid of his aircraft commander but passed out from loss of blood. Regaining consciousness, he persisted in his efforts to drag himself to the aid of his fellow crewman. After an agonizing effort, he came to the side of the crew chief who was attempting to drag the wounded aircraft commander to the safety of a nearby dike. Unswerving in his devotion to his fellow man, Sp4c. Wetzel assisted his crew chief even though he lost consciousness once again during this action. Sp4c. Wetzel displayed extraordinary heroism in his efforts to aid his fellow crewmen. His gallant actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of his country. There will be no Second Chance Offers as this is the only one that I have. I drastically reduce shipping with each auction you win within the same order!!!Let me know if you have any questions.Why AUTHENTIC military challenge coins can not be "New"... In order for you to purchase a challenge coin from any individual on any website, that coin would have had to been presented to a service member (or civilian support staff member). Unless you are purchasing them from the individual who commissioned them (highly unlikely), from the mint (dubious at best), or the one possible way would be if they were morale coins designed to be sold to raise funds for the unit. Otherwise they would have had to had a least TWO previous owners. The person who commissioned and presented the coin and its initial recipient. While many coins may have sat on a display, most were carried in service members pockets and used for coin challenges or in the case of many units, they are considered part of the Uniform of the Day and should always be carried. Many coins have had several owners and make their way around not just the country, but around the world. You are carrying a part of history. Just some things to keep in mind.I do try to incorporate recycled shipping materials into my orders; mailers, boxes, coin sleeves, bubble wrap if necessary, etc. I do this to keep my shipping cost down and in doing so, pass those savings on to you. The size, shape, and weight of your coin will dictate the packaging and how it is mailed. We do dollar cost averaging to ensure that we can keep USPS First Class mail cost down. I take ALL photos in natural sun light to try to best capture true color. This can make some softer bronzes seem almost grey and shiny gold-tones appear silver. I find the natural sun light gives the best contrast for 3d detail and preserves natural epoxy color. The counter to this is it can also cause a glare at the tops of coins with High Gloss coatings. Please email me with ANY questions. Please support your local VFWThank you for your consideration

Price: 125 USD

Location: Dallas, Texas

End Time: 2025-01-05T18:57:11.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.25 USD