Moro Spear

Gavin Nugent · 14th July 2011, 02:12 PM

A little extra detail from the estate this spear came from.

Master Gunnery Sergeant George Pelletiere, US Marine Corps who fought in the Battle of Guadalcanal during WWII.

Whilst he may not have obtained this during service, the ship could have passed through the Philippines??? And his position, he could certainly find space within the ships hull...equally he could have bought or obtained this stateside at any time in his life....

Some food for thought.

Gav

Rick · 15th July 2011, 07:16 PM

Master Gunny ?
I'd figure he was in the service before the war; possibly a Lifer, former China Marine as they used to call 'em .

Reckon they were assigned to the Philippines too .

Gavin Nugent · 2nd September 2011, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick

Master Gunny ?
I'd figure he was in the service before the war; possibly a Lifer, former China Marine as they used to call 'em .

Reckon they were assigned to the Philippines too .

Indeed Rick, likely a lifer.

How does one obtain military records to follow his service trail through the South Pacific?

Rick · 2nd September 2011, 03:52 AM

Possibly Wayne could help you mate .
I believe he is ex-USN .
Wayne ?

If the man is real; his service record must be somewhere .

Happy hunting .

rickystl · 2nd September 2011, 03:33 PM

I have more interest in firearms than blades. But, I just had to follow this thread. What an interesting thread. What a great spear!!! Wonderful piece. And, great job of cleaning. It's amazing what you can find under a heavy layer of patina

Again, congratulations. Rick.

14th July 2011, 02:12 PM	#1
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	a little extra detail A little extra detail from the estate this spear came from. Master Gunnery Sergeant George Pelletiere, US Marine Corps who fought in the Battle of Guadalcanal during WWII. Whilst he may not have obtained this during service, the ship could have passed through the Philippines??? And his position, he could certainly find space within the ships hull...equally he could have bought or obtained this stateside at any time in his life.... Some food for thought. Gav

2nd September 2011, 03:52 AM	#4
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,339	Kronkew Possibly Wayne could help you mate . I believe he is ex-USN . Wayne ? If the man is real; his service record must be somewhere . Happy hunting .

15th July 2011, 07:16 PM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,339	Master Gunny ? I'd figure he was in the service before the war; possibly a Lifer, former China Marine as they used to call 'em . Reckon they were assigned to the Philippines too .

2nd September 2011, 03:33 PM	#5
rickystl Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: St. Louis, MO area. Posts: 1,632	I have more interest in firearms than blades. But, I just had to follow this thread. What an interesting thread. What a great spear!!! Wonderful piece. And, great job of cleaning. It's amazing what you can find under a heavy layer of patina Again, congratulations. Rick.