This entry details the Colt M1911A1 pistol awarded to Midshipman Robert Dickie Stannus, a heroic sailor who perished attempting a rescue during Typhoon Ellen. The pistol, a commercial Colt Government Model, features custom engraving and was authenticated through Colt records. Stannus's bravery earned him a posthumous Navy and Marine Corps Medal, highlighting a significant event in naval history and the legacy of a distinguished firearm.
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