{"title":"North America-Canada-Campaign Medals- Pairs- \u0026 Groups-First World War 1914-18-Memorial Groups","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"emotive-group-to-brothers-mann-c0150","title":"Emotive Group To Brothers Mann,","description":"Two of them KIA, third wounded: 1914-15 Star (A38377 PTE. J. MANN 8\/CA. INF.); British War and Victory Medals (A38377 PTE. J. MANN. 8 - CAN. INF); Memorial Plaque, embossed (JOHN MANN); Military Medal George V.R. (A-38378 PTE. L. MANN, 8.\/CAN.INF.); British War and Victory Medals (A38378 PTE. L. MANN. 8 - CAN. INF); British War and Victory Medals (623045 PTE. A. MANN. 8 - CAN. INF); generally very fine or better. Brothers Mann were born in Scotland, while at the time of the enlistment living at Forth William, Ontario. John Mann was trainman by profession, and died on 24-9-1917, records stating \"While attached to the 2nd. Tramways Company, Canadian Engineers, he was employed as a brakeman, and was in charge of a train carrying ammunition for the Battery in the vicinity of Lens, on the night of 24th. September, 1917. Hostile shelling was rather severe in this sector, and he was instantly killed when the enemy obtained a direct hit on the train\". He is buried at Thelus Military Cemetery, France. The second brother, Private Lauchlin Mann earned MM (LG 29854, 9-12-1916) \"During the general advance on Sept; 26th-27th, he, although only a Private showed conspicuous gallantry and determination in organising the small party which arrived at the final objective. He pushed forward from the final objective with a party and brought back valuable information. He supervised the construction of blocks, carried up grenades and when he saw the man fall who had been detailed to carry the S.O.S. rockets he relieved him of his burden. He further volunteered his services as bomb carrier to a squad of another Regiment which had been detailed to make an attack on an enemy trench.He was admitted to the hospital on 25-4-1917; and he permanently left for Canada on 23-12-1917 having been discharged. The third brother, Alexander Mann, was \" Previously reported Missing believed killed, now for official purposes presumed to have Died\" during attack north of Courcelette, on 26-9-1916. He is commemorated at Vimy Memorial. Sold with copies of service records.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109722345749,"sku":"C0150","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c4960002.jpg?v=1692840574"},{"product_id":"givenchy-kia-pte-barnes-3rd-canadian-infantry-c0396","title":"Givenchy Kia -Pte. Barnes, 3Rd Canadian Infantry","description":"1914-15 Star (9884 PTE. R.H. BARNES. 3\/CAN INF); British War and Victory Medals (9884 PTE. R.H. BARNES. 3-CAN.INF.). Naming is officially impressed on the trio. A well executed and thin clear coat on all three, better than very fine. Accompanied by the Memorial Plaque (RICHARD H. BARNES), plus copies of his Attestation Paper, Service Records and Medical Records. Footnote: Richard H. Barnes was born on September 18, 1876 in Wolverton, England. He signed his Attestation Paper on September 22, 1914 in Valcartier, Quebec, stating that he was married to Margaret, that he had had previous military service in Britain and that his trade was that of Rubber Cutter. Barnes was serving with the 3rd Canadian Infantry Battalion, Central Ontario Regiment, in France, when he was Killed in Action at the Second Battle of Givenchy on June 16, 1915, at the age of 38. He is remembered at the Vimy Memorial, Pas de Calais, France.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109744169237,"sku":"C0396","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c744a.jpg?v=1692840718"},{"product_id":"lt-thairs-killed-at-the-battle-of-amiens-c0400","title":"Lt. Thairs - Killed At The Battle Of Amiens","description":"Memorial Cross GV (Lieut. E.F. THAIRS). Naming is officially engraved. Very fine. Accompanied by his Memorial Plaque (EDWARD FOX THAIRS) in a bronze cross-shaped frame (200 mm x 200 mm); a solid brass Toronto Regiment badge (56 mm); plus copies of his Officers' Declaration Paper, Service Records, Medical Records and Will. Footnote: Edward Fox Thairs was born in St. Catharines, Ontario on January 21, 1895, the son of Colonel George Thairs of Ridley College. He signed his Officers' Declaration Paper in St. Catharines on February 14, 1916 with the 176th Infantry Battalion, Niagara Rangers. He stated that he was active with the 19th Regiment and that his occupation was that of Bank Clerk. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel D. Shrape with a strength of 18 officers, including Thairs, and 446 other ranks. Once in England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 12th Reserve Battalion. He eventually made his way to the French theatre of operations with the 3rd Canadian Infantry Battalion, Central Ontario Regiment, \"C\" Company, where he was Killed in Action at the Battle of Amiens, August 8, 1918 at the age of 23. He is buried in the Toronto Cemetery in Somme, France, with his mother Louisa receiving his Memorial Cross.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109744365845,"sku":"C0400","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c748.jpg?v=1692840713"},{"product_id":"memorial-group-21st-battalion-passchendaele-kia-c0444","title":"Memorial Group - 21St Battalion \u0026 Passchendaele Kia","description":"1914-15 Star (59374 L. CPL. P. GODFREY. 21\/CAN: INF:); Victory Medal (59374 SJT. P. GODFREY. 21-CAN. INF.); and Memorial Cross (59374 Sgt. P. GODFREY). Naming is officially impressed on the Star and VM and officially engraved on the Cross. Near extremely fine. Accompanied by copies of his Attestation Paper, Service Records, Medical Records and Will. Footnote: Percy Godfrey was born in Peterborough, Ontario on September 18, 1894. He signed his Attestation Paper with the 21st Infantry Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment, in Kingston, Ontario on November 9, 1914, stating that he was not married, that he had no previous military service and that his trade was that of Telephone Lineman. The Battalion sailed May 4, 1915 with a strength of 45 officers and 1,057 other ranks under the command of Lieutenant-Colnel W. St. P. Hughes. The Battalion served in France and Belgium with the 4th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division. He arrived in England in mid-May, embarking for the French theatre on September 14th, disembarking in Boulogne. He spent time with No. 5 Candian Field Ambulance from April 22 to May 3 with influenza, then spent the following two weeks at No. 4 St. Hospital Arques with laryngitis, later discharged to duty. Godfrey was treated for a gunshot wound to his left hand that went right through it, which occurred on September 16, 1916 in the Somme and sought rehabilitation thereafter in Uxbridge, England. By Spring, he had recovered from his injury and on April 26, 1917, he was taken on strength with the 6th Canadian Reserve Battalion, then by the 21st Battalion on June 16th. By July 3, he had joined the 2nd Canadian Entrenching Battalion, leaving this unit on August 21, again for the 21st Battalion in the field. Godfrey was Killed in Action at the Second Battle of Passchendaele on November 3, 1917 and is buried in Tyne Cot Cemetery, Belgium. His sister, Miss A. Godfrey received his medals, his father received his Memorial Plaque and Scroll (not included here), while his mother received his Memorial Cross.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110007394581,"sku":"C0444","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/com774a.jpg?v=1692843078"},{"product_id":"casualty-to-the-1st-canadian-mounted-rifiles-c0608","title":"Casualty To The 1St Canadian Mounted Rifiles","description":"1914-1918 War medal (106357 A. SJT. H.LEONARD. 1-C.M.R.) Officially impressed. GV (106357 A\/SGT. H-LEONARD). Naming is officially engraved, very fine. Silver War badge, no.C51592. Very fine. Accompanied by copies of his Attestation Paper and Service Records. Footnote: Herbert Leonard, born in Yorkshire, England in 1884, was living in Saskatoon, Sask. and working as Farmer at the time of his enlistment on December 29th 1914. Leonard was in and out of several hospitals between early 1915 and autumn 1916 due to illness however it was on December 31st 1916 that Herbert was noted to be killed in action. He is buried at LOUEZ MILITARY CEMETERY, 4 kilometres north-west of Arras.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110014013717,"sku":"C0608","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/com819a.jpg?v=1692843178"},{"product_id":"memorial-group-to-the-13th-canadian-infantry-c0649","title":"Memorial Group To The 13Th Canadian Infantry","description":"British War Medal (4040061 PTE. J.DONOVEN. 13-CAN.INF.); Memorial Cross (4040061 Pte. J. DONOVEN) Officially impressed; Memorial Plaque in original carton (JAMES DONOVEN) Naming officially embossed; Memorial Scroll in original shipping carton; shipping envelope; accompanied by records from the National Archives of Canada. Footnote: James Donoven was born 14th May 1887 in London England. After moving to Canada and working as a bartender in Quebec, James was recruited into the Army on the 3rd of January 1918. With 1 year previous military experience in the 8th R.R., Donoven disembarked England in March 1918. Joining the 13th Quebec Regiment on September 7th 1918, he would die of wounds on October 2nd 1918 after suffering gunshot wounds to the chest. James is buried at Queant Communal Cemetery British Extension, Pas de Calais, France. Please note that the Canadian Virtual War Memorial has his last name spelt Donovan. There is also a similar concern noted on the shipping envelope for the memorial plaque.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110015258901,"sku":"C0649","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/com836a.jpg?v=1692843201"},{"product_id":"the-first-war-memorial-group-of-captain-daw-c0667","title":"The First War Memorial Group Of Captain Daw","description":"1914-15 Star (LIEUT: P.F. DAW. CAN: FD: ART:); British War and Victory Medals (LIEUT. P.F. DAW.); and Memorial Cross, George VI (CAPT. P.F. DAW). Naming is officially impressed on the three WWI medals and officially engraved on the Memorial Cross. Board mounted, original ribbons, crisp detail, extremely fine. Also included is a duotang folder with his military biography and copies of his Attestation Paper, Service Records, Medical Records and CEF Certificate of Service. Footnote: Philip Ford Daw was born on June 4, 1889 in Belleville, Hastings, Ontario. He signed his Attestation Paper on June 22, 1915 in Toronto, stating that he was not married, that he had no previous military service and that his trade was that of Steel Clerk. He joined the 14th Battery, Canadian Field Artillery on the outbreak of war and proceeded overseas with the 2nd Division on May 20, 1915. Daw was wounded at the Battle of the Somme, after extensive action around Messines-Wytchaete, St. Eloi and Courcellett and was returned to Canada, to recover from his wounds in 1916 and shell shock. Despite inoculations, he also contracted Typhoid Fever while in the Somme, complicating his condition. He was promoted Captain in 1917 and posted to Seattle, Washington, in command of the British-Canadian Recruiting Mission and later, in 1918, to New York City, to command a similar mission there. His work with the Mission while in New York put a severe strain on his nervous system. He was struck off the strength on August 16, 1918 so that he could resume his civilian life. His health never completely recovered and for the balance of his life, many months were spent in the Christie Street Military Hospital in Toronto. He did resume his studies and graduate at age forty, with his B.A. from McMaster University in Hamilton. During World War II, he lived and worked in Orillia for the Wartime Prices and Trades Board. He died in 1945, with his wife receiving a George VI Canadian Memorial Cross. This is unique, in that his wounds were received during the World War I (1916) and he died twenty-nine years later. His father was the Reverend Canon Samuel Daw of St. John the Evangelist Church in Hamilton. Along with his father, three other brothers also served in the World War I, of whom two were killed in action.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110015783189,"sku":"C0667","price":925.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/com855a.jpg?v=1692843210"},{"product_id":"wwi-cef-lindsay-honors-her-fallen-medal-38th-batt-c1396","title":"Wwi Cef Lindsay Honors Her Fallen Medal - 38Th Batt.","description":"WWI CEF Lindsay Honors Her Fallen Medal - 38th Batt. - Bronze, obverse illustrating the Town of Lindsay, Ontario's coat-or-arms surrounded by a wreath of maple leaves, with the inscription \"LINDSAY HONORS HER FALLEN\" above and \"C.E.F.\" below, reverse inscribed \"IN MEMORY OF\" and engraved \"PTE W.J. O'NEILL \/ 38th BN. \/ KILLED IN ACTION \/ MAY 4th 1917\", 31.6 mm, on original purple satin ribbon, bronze hanger with pinback, extremely fine. Accompanied by a 57 mm x 84 mm sepia-toned Photograph with a gloss finish of O'Neill in uniform standing before a door marked \"COMMAND PAYMASTER\", in its original cardboard box of issue, jeweller marked \"GEO. BEALL LINDSAY ONT.\" on the lid and a CD containing eleven pages with copies of his Index Cards, Attestation Paper, Service Records and Medical Records. Footnote: 189463 William James O'Neill was born on January 2, 1882 in LIndsay, Ontario. He signed his Attestation Paper on November 25, 1915, as a Private with the 91st Battalion \"Elgin Battalion\" at St. Thomas, Ontario, naming his next-o-kin as his wife, Nellie May O,Neill of Toronto, stating the he had two years' previous military service with the 45th Battalion, that he was married and that his trade as that of Egg Tester. The couple had three children. The Battalion was raised in Elgin County, Ontario with mobilization headquarters at St. Thomas under the authority of G.O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed on June 28, 1916 from Halifax, Nova Scotia, aboard His Majesty's Transport, the S.S. Olympic, under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel W.J. Green with a strength of 32 officers and 905 other ranks, disembarking at Liverpool, England on July 5th. Ten days later, he was transferred to the 36th Reserve Battalion at West Sandling on July 15th. After five weeks, O'Neill was again transferred, this time to the 38th Battalion in the French theatre on August 20th. He was taken on strength at the Canadian Base Depot at Le Havre, France the next day, left for his unit on the 27th and joined them on the 29th. He took a Stokes Gun Course at the 4th Division School on January 15, 1917 and was named Acting Corporal with pay on April 10, 1917. Sixteen days later, O'Neill was wounded in action at the Battle of Arras on April 26th. He was admitted to No. 23 Canadian Casualty Clearing Station and reported as \"Dangerously Wounded\" on the 28th, with gun shot wounds to his arm, neck and jaw. He was transferred to No. 13 Stationary Hospital at Boulogne, France on May 2nd, his condition noted as \"Dangerously Ill\". A week after receiving his injuries at Arras, O'Neill died from his wounds at No. 13 Stationary Hospital at Boulogne on May 4th. His widow, Nellie May O'Neill (also referred to on his index card as Mary E. O'Neill), received his British War Medal, Victory Medal, Memorial Cross, Memorial Plaque and Scroll, none of which are included here. Notices regarding his wounding and death appeared in the Toronto Star, the last dated May 9, 1917.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110394024213,"sku":"C1396","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/53_9a0c5ddc-72af-436c-a5ad-8ab5f538ec7e.jpg?v=1692846505"},{"product_id":"a-wwi-memorial-cross-to-the-2nd-battalion-c1749","title":"A Wwi Memorial Cross To The 2Nd Battalion","description":"A WWI Memorial Cross to the 2nd Battalion - British War Medal (636623 PTE. L.J. VANCE. 2-CAN.INF.); and Memorial Cross (636623 Pte. L.J. VANCE). Naming is officially impressed on the BWM and officially engraved on the memorial cross. Un-mounted, dark patina on the BWM, light contact, better than very fine.Footnote: Lee James Vance was born on August 13, 1893 in Elziver Township, Hastings, Ontario, the son of William Vance and Isabella Vance. He signed his Attestation Paper with the 155th Infantry Battalion \"Quinte Battalion\", on February 14, 1916 in Belleville, Ontario, naming his next-of-kin as his father, stating that he had no previous military service, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Labourer. The Battalion was raised in the Counties of Hastings and Prince Edward, Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Barriefield under the authority of G.O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed October 18, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel M.K. Adams with a strength of 29 officers and 826 other ranks. They arrived in England aboard the S.S. Northland on October 28th, where the Battalion was broken up and absorbed into the 154th Infantry Battalion and the 6th Reserve Battalion. Vance was later transferred to the 2nd Infantry Battalion, Eastern Ontario Regiment as a reinforcement and was Killed in Action on May 14, 1917 at the Battle of Arras. He is buried at Bruay Communal Cemetery Extension, Pas de Calais, France, Grave Reference: G.23.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110711316757,"sku":"C1749","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_513e6f81-98be-4abe-9e99-560c03763b89.jpg?v=1692847935"},{"product_id":"a-first-war-memorial-group-to-the-canadian-railway-troops-cef-c2181","title":"A First War Memorial Group To The Canadian Railway Troops Cef","description":"A First War Memorial Group to the Canadian Railway Troops CEF- British War Medal (767161 SPR. H.B. ALLISON. C.R.T.); Victory Medal (767161 SPR. H.B. ALLISON. C.R.T.); and GRV Memorial Cross (767161 Spr. H.B. ALLISON). Naming is officially impressed on the pair and engraved on the MC. Unmounted, dark patina on the BWM and MC, original ribbons on the pair sewn together at the ends from previous suspension mounting, MC without ribbon, residue in the recessed areas of the pair from cleaning, light contact, very fine. Accompanied by their original named box lid panel, inscribed \"21923, 767161 SPR. H.P. ALLISON, C.R.T.\"\n \nFootnote: Henry Burn Allison was born on November 5, 1871 in Durham, England. He signed his Attestation Paper with the 123rd Infantry Battalion \"Royal Grenadier Overseas Battalion 10th Regiment\" on February 1, 1916 in Toronto, Ontario, at the age of 44, naming his next-of-kin as his wife, Matilda Allison of Toronto, stating that he had two years' previous military service as a Private with the Royal Grenadiers, that he was married and that his trade was that of Bricklayer. The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Toronto, Ontario under the authority of G.O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed August 9, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel W.B. Kingsmill, with a strength of 12 officers and 369 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was re-designated the 123rd Pioneer Battalion. Allison died on July 20, 1939, his death related to his Great War service.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111097618709,"sku":"C2181","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_03_a6ec3778-dffb-429a-a63a-d59907a718c0.jpg?v=1692849024"},{"product_id":"a-canadian-memorial-group-to-the-24th-infantry-battalion-cef-c2213","title":"A Canadian Memorial Group To The 24Th Infantry Battalion Cef","description":"A Canadian Memorial Group to the 24th Infantry Battalion CEF - British War Medal (454227 L.CPL. M. BROWN. 24-CAN. INF.), Victory Medal (454227 L.CPL. M. BROWN. 24-CAN. INF.), Memorial Plaque (MEDAS BROWN), near extremely fine overall. Footnote: Medas brown was born in Lancaster Ontario in 1896 and worked as a farmer until enlisting in June 1915 with previous military experience with the 4th Hussars. Medas Brown was killed June 10th 1916, one year to the day of his enlistment. He is buried at Railway Dugouts Burial Ground, Belgium. \n ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111111545109,"sku":"C2213","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_228d9488-a4dd-457f-b890-616b794f189a.jpg?v=1692849048"},{"product_id":"a-memorial-group-to-the-52nd-canadian-infantry-battalion-1918-c2250","title":"A Memorial Group To The 52Nd Canadian Infantry Battalion 1918","description":"A Memorial Group to the 52nd Canadian Infantry Battalion 1918 - British War Medal (871424 PTE. J.A. LAWS. 52-CAN.INF.), Victory Medal (871424 PTE. J.A. LAWS. 52-CAN.INF.), naming is impressed, residue on war medal, toned, near extremely fine. Memorial Cross GV (871424 Pte. J.A.LAWS), naming is engraved, extremely fine. Footnote: James Albert Laws was born in Margate, England in 1885 and worked as a Car Motorman in Winnipeg prior to enlisting in March 1916. Laws was killed in action on April 1st 1918 and is buried in the small cemetery of Vimy Communal, Farbus. ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46111132844309,"sku":"C2250","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_memorial_group_5384b93c1ec3f.jpg?v=1692849110"},{"product_id":"wwi-memorial-scroll-and-sympathy-letter-to-the-22nd-infantry-battalion-c2895","title":"Wwi Memorial Scroll And Sympathy Letter To The 22Nd Infantry Battalion","description":" WWI Memorial Scroll and Sympathy Letter to the 22nd Infantry Battalion - Memorial Scroll: (Pte. 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He signed his Attestation Paper as a Private (417008) with the 41st Infantry Battalion \"Canadiens Francais\" at Valcartier Camp, on September 22, 1915, at the age of 32, naming his next-of-kin as his mother, Georgiane Gland of Quebec City, Quebec, stating that he had previous military service with the 10th Queen's Own Canadian Hussars, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Locomotive Engineer. The Battalion was raised in Quebec City under the authority of G.O. 86, July 1, 1915, mobilized at Quebec City and sailed October 18th under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel L.A. Archambeault with a strength of 36 officers and 1,082 other ranks, aboard the S.S. Saxonia, arriving in in England on October 28, 1915. The Battalion was absorbed into the 10th Reserve Battalion in England. Pelletier was declared \"fit\" by a medical doctor on December 18, 1915 at Aldershot Camp, five days after celebrating his 33rd birthday, his Attestation Paper officially signed by Major G.R. Bouchard on February 17, 1916 at Bramshott. Pelletier was later transferred as a reinforcement to the 22nd Infantry Battalion \"Canadiens Francais\". He returned to Canada after the war and for his First World War Service was awarded the British War Medal (417005 PTE. L. PELLETIER 22-CAN.INF.) and the Victory Medal (417005 PTE. L. PELLETIER 22-CAN.INF.). He died in 1923, his death attributed to his war service, with his mother receiving his Memorial Cross (PTE. L. PELLETIER). \n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46112483213589,"sku":"C2895","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/wwi_memorial_sc_54a8310a15fd0.jpg?v=1692851476"},{"product_id":"a-second-war-memorial-group-to-hmcs-spikenard-convoy-sc-67-loss-c3165","title":"A Second War Memorial Group To Hmcs Spikenard; Convoy Sc-67 Loss","description":"A Memorial Group to the RCNVR; Convoy SC-67 Loss - 1939-1945 Star; Atlantic Star; Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Overseas Clasp; War Medal 1939-1945; and GVI Memorial Cross with Marine Suspension (D.J. WATTS Steward R.C.N.V.R.). Naming is officially engraved on the MC. Very crisp detail. Four medals are mint, in their original boxes of issue. Cross exhibits light contact, near extremely fine, in its hardshelled case of issue. Accompanied by a CD containing nineteen pages, including his RCNVR Attestation Form (Hostlities Form), Service Records, RCNVR Certificate of Service, Casulty Report, Department of National Defence Naval Service Letter, Letter of Condolence from the Naval Secretary, Navy Allotments Stop Notice, Accounts of Men Discharged Statement and a Memorandum to his Sister from the DND Regarding his Estate, along with a duotang of research material. Footnote: V\/27265 Steward Probationer Dan James Watts was born on July 28, 1915 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the son of Charles James Watts and Julia Mary Watts. He had two sisters, Grace Elizabeth Watts (age 25) and Lorna Daisy Watts (age 20) at the time of his death. He lived in Saskatchewan, achieving a public school education, until 1937, when he moved to Toronto. It was here he was to take a job with The Great Atlantic \u0026amp; Pacific Tea Company as a Clerk\/Butcher. Watts enlisted with the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve on May 27, 1941 for the \"Duration of Hostilities\" for service in Canada and the High Seas. He started the next day at Toronto Duty Divisional Headquarters and remained there until June, when he was transferred to HMCS Stadacona in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It was here that he was to find himself assigned to HMCS Spikenard on September 15, 1941. HMCS Spikenard was originally ordered for the Royal Navy, but commissioned in December 1940 as HMCS Spikenard (K198) in the Royal Canadian Navy. The corvette made a transatlantic voyage, escorting the convoy HX-104 to the United Kingdom in January 1941, to complete fitting out at South Shields. She finally entered service in May 1941 and joined Newfoundland Command as an ocean escort. Between 01.33 and 01.35 hours on February 11, 1942, German U-136 fired four torpedoes at the convoy SC-67 south of Iceland and reported hits on two steamers and on a corvette, later sighting debris and two lifeboats. In fact, the Heina and HMCS Spikenard (K198) were sunk. The Spikenard sank within five minutes after being hit on the port side in the the bow near the bridge. Her loss was not noticed by the other ships in the dark night and the search for her only begun during the morning. The commander, four officers and fifty-two ratings, including Watts, were lost. Eight ratings were picked up from a raft by HMS Gentian (K90) about nineteen hours after the sinking. In his Casulty Report dated February 23, 1942, it stated that he was \"Missing presumed lost on Active Service. He was serving in H.M.C.S. \"Spikenard\" which was torpedoed and sink by enemy action on 10th February, 1942.\" He was officially declared dead on February 10, 1942 at the age of 26. His Accounts of Men Discharged Statement states that he \"was discharged dead\" on February 10, 1942 and that the RCNVR owed a grand total of $27.78. His father had died on February 8, 1931 and his mother died one week before he met his fate in the North Atlantic, on February 3, 1942. All correspondence from the respective naval departments were addressed to his mother upon his death, without them knowing she had pre-decesed her son. His Will dated June 12, 1941 named his mother as beneficiary, with a monthly pay benefit of $21.00 alloted to her. The Naval Allotments Stop Notice was issued when it was found that his mother had pre-deceased him the week before. The Department of National Defence Naval Service Letter dated February 23, 1942 and stamped by the National Defence Estates Branch on the 26th was addressed to his mother but once it was found that she was deceased, her daughter Grace executed the Will. Grace Watts also received his medals. Watts is remembered with honour at the Halifax Memorial, erected in Point Pleasant Park, one of the few tangible reminders of the men who died at sea. The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) in the Second World War lost twenty-four ships and nearly 2,000 members of the RCN lost their lives. The memorial's inscription, in English and French reads: \"1914-1918 1939-1945 IN THE HONOUR OF THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE NAVY, ARMY AND MERCHANT NAVY OF CANADA WHOSE NAMES ARE INSCRIBED HERE THEIR GRAVES ARE UNKNOWN BUT THEIR MEMORY SHALL ENDURE\".","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113128743189,"sku":"C3165","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_09_0eff2fa6-ff0c-4054-b41d-affe7bd373f7.jpg?v=1692852607"},{"product_id":"canada-a-first-war-medal-trio-2nd-canadian-division-headquarters-c3217","title":"Canada. 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He signed his Attestation Paper as a Sergeant with the 2nd Division Headquarters Sub Staff, on November 5, 1914, in Kingston, Ontario, at the age of 29, naming his next-of-kin as his wife, Mrs. Kitty Cunningham of Kingston, stating that he had previous service with the 3rd Prince of Wales' Canadian Dragoons (1903-1907) and the 14th Field Battery (1907-1914), that he was Married and that his trade was that of Moulder.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113157677333,"sku":"C3217","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_first_war_meda_5537cfbb911eb.jpg?v=1692852632"},{"product_id":"a-first-war-memorial-group-to-canadian-lost-aboard-ss-ivernia-c3228","title":"A First War Memorial Group To Canadian Lost Aboard S.s. Ivernia","description":"A First War Memorial Group to Canadian lost aboard S.S. Ivernia - British War Medal (25965 PTE. W.G. SMALLMAN. CHES. R.); and Victory Medal (25965 PTE. W.G. SMALLMAN. CHES. R.). Naming is officially impressed. Un-mounted, edge nicks, light contact, better than very fine. Accompanied by his Memorial Plaque (WILLIAM GEORGE SMALLMAN), along with an original Letter from the War Office (dated January 26, 1917, informing his wife, Violet, that Private Smallman had been \"believed drowned\" as the result of \"Sinking of His Majesty's Transport Ivernia on the 1st January 1917\", on a thin kraft paper stock, 171 mm x 213 mm, fold marks, lightly soiled), copies of his Index Card (confirming his awarding of the British War Medal and the Victory Medal) and the Roll of Individuals entitled to the Victory Medal and the British War Medal, along with assorted research papers.\n\nFootnote: William George Smallman was born in 1883, the son of George Smallman, of Durham, Ontario, Canada. He later moved from Canada to England, marrying Violet E. Smallman, residing at 8, Lock Rd., Eastham Ferry, Eastham, Cheshire. Smallman enlisted as a Private with The Cheshire Regiment at Ludlow, Shropshire. About the same time, his younger brother, Frank Smallman, who was born in Toronto, Ontario in September 1895, enlisted with the Canadian Expeditionary Force. Frank Smallman signed his Attestation Paper as a Private (9247) on September 22, 1914 at Valcartier Camp, at the age of 19, stating that he had one years' previous service with the Queen's Own Rifles, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Clerk. Following the outbreak of the First World War in August 1914, the British ocean liner S.S. Ivernia was hired by the British government as a troop transport and was placed under the command of Captain William Thomas Turner, himself made famous for being the captain of R.M.S. Lusitania at the time of her sinking. On January 1, 1917, the now H.M.T. Ivernia was carrying 2,084 British troops from Marseille, France to Alexandria, Egypt, along with a crew of 214, totalling 2,298, for projected service in Mesopotamia, when at 10:12 a.m., she was torpedoed by the German submarine UB-47 ninety-three kilometers south-east of Cape Matapan in Greece. Within one hour of the torpedoing, the ship sank. H.M.S. Rifleman rescued a number of the survivors, and armed trawlers towed the bulk, who had taken to lifeboats, to Suda Bay, Crete, saving 1,999 troops and 180 crew, totalling 2,179. However, 85 troops and 34 crew, totalling 119 perished, including Private William George Smallman, 1\/8th Battalion, Territorial Force, The Cheshire Regiment, who was one of the troops aboard the ill-fated liner and was believed to be \"drowned at sea\", at the age of 33. He is remembered with honour on the Mikra Memorial, which is inside the Mikra British Cemetery, situated in the Municipality of Kalamaria, in the city of Thessaloniki, Greece. The Mikra Memorial commemorates almost 500 nurses, officers and men of the Commonwealth forces who died when troop transports and hospital ships were lost in the Mediterranean, and who have no grave but the sea. They are commemorated here because others who went down in the same vessels were washed ashore and identified, and are now buried at Thessalonika. Since Private Smallman was originally from Canada, he is commemorated on page 581 of the First World War Book of Remembrance. 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Very crisp detail, cleaned, light contact, near extremely fine. Accompanied by a black and white group photograph of McNaughton with his 4th Draft unit in Cobourg, Ontario (studio marked \"F.J. Skitch COBOURG, ONT.\", 140 mm x 243 mm, on a 250 mm x 352 mm matte); letter accompanying the medals to the relative of the deceased; and copies of his Index Cards, Attestation Paper, Service Records, Medical Records, Will, Casualty Documentation, War Service Gratuity Form (dated August 13, 1920) and assorted research papers, including the reprint of his death notice from the Cobourg World of August 31, 1917. Footnote: Edumund Hewson McNaughton was born on January 15, 1893 in Cobourg, Ontario, the son of Charlotte McNaughton and the late David McNaughton. He signed his Attestation Paper on May 1, 1916 in Cobourg, part of the 4th Draft of the Cobourg Heavy Battery, naming his next-of-kin as his mother, Charlotte Elizabeth McNaughton on Cobourg, stating that he had seven years previous service with the Cobourg Heavy Battery, in addition to six months in Signalling Home Defence, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Engineer. McNaughton embarked Canada on June 18, 1916 from Halifax, Nova Scotia, aboard the Empress of Britain, arriving in Liverpool, England on June 28, 1916. In England, he was struck off strength of the C.D.S.A. and taken on strength by the 97th Canadian Siege Battery in France on November 14, 1916, joining them in the field on the 17th. He was transferred to No. 1 Siege Battery, joining them in the field on January 11, 1917. McNaughton was in action with a Heavy Battery Crew at Bully-Grenay, France, in midsummer 1917. An article in the Cobourg World of August 17, 1917 summed up the attack: \"The date was August 9th, a Thursday, 1917. 9.2 Hourtzer guns were in position at the little French village (of) BULLY-GRENAY. Some of the members of the gun crews were from Cobourg, and had gone overseas with Cobourg Heavy Battery drafts. The time was 8 o'clock in the morning, a time when the gun crews were changing shifts. One gun, in particular was set up in its gun-pit with a camouflage covering. Near by was a shed in which the shells and explosives were stored. The gun crews also used the shed for sleeping. A German shell came over and registered a direct hit on the shed. The terrific explosion that followed completely destroyed the adjacent (60-pounder) 9.2 Hourtzer. Several men were killed outright and others were wounded or burned by the expoloding shells.\" They were at \"positions west of Bully-Grenay\", when a direct hit by an enemy shell on the ammunition storage killed most of the gun crew including two Cobourg men, one of which was McNaughton, dead at age 24. Two weeks later, the Cobourg World published McNaughton's obituary, on Friday, August 31st. It read as follows: \"SERGT. EDMUND HEWSON McNAUGHTON, KILLED IN ACTION. A very sad bereavement came to Mrs. David McNaughton on Thursday of last week when she received a message from the Records Department at Ottawa stating that her son, Sergt. Edmund H. McNaughton was killed in action August 9th. Sergt. McNaughton received his education at the Collegiate Institute here, where he was an officer in the cadet corps and where he was very popular with his young companions. From boyhood he took a keen interest in military matters, and went to the coast with the Cobourg Heavy Battery when they were called at the outbreak of war. He went overseas in June, 1916 with Lieut Lean's draft of the Cobourg Heavy Battery and has now nobly surrendered his life on the field of honor. Sergeant McNaughton was a young man who was not only a favorite among citizens but also enjoyed the respect and esteem with those whom he came in contact. He was 26 years of age (actually 24) and was just ready to take up the responsibilities of life when instead he put on the khaki. A life, however, is not measured in years and he chose the proudest, best, part. He has gloriously sealed his devotion to duty and to liberty and righteousness with his life's blood on the battlefield. Very deep indeed is the sympathy felt with Mrs. McNaughton in the death of her only child and in this The World sincerely Joins.\" He is remembered with honour at Bully-Grenay Communal Cemetery Extension, British Extension, Pas de Calais, France, Grave Reference: III. E. 8. (Bully is approximately 20 kilometres north of Arras). His Will left everything to his mother, Charlotte, who also received his medals and plaque. In the War Service Gratuity Form, dated August 13, 1920, it indicates that she was eligible for a gratuity of $180.00.\n\n \n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113164198165,"sku":"C3240","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_memorial_group_5540f51ba7d0a.jpg?v=1692852650"},{"product_id":"a-second-war-canadian-memorial-group-to-the-rceme-c3469","title":"A Second War Canadian Memorial Group To The Rceme","description":"A Second War Canadian Memorial Group to the RCEME - Defence Medal; War Medal 1939-1945; Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Overseas Clasp; and ERII Memorial Cross (F-57132 L\/CPL H.J. GALLANT). Naming is officially engraved on the MC, the war medals are unnamed. Unmounted, MC with pinback bar suspension, extremely fine. Accompanied by extensivepaperwork containing one hundred and forty-five pages with copies of his Attestation Paper, Service Records, Medical Records, Discharge Certificate and Department of Veteran Affairs Death Notification. \n\nFootnote: Hervey Joseph Gallant was born March 25, 1910 in Amherst, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia. He completed Grade VII at the age of 15 but left school to join the work world. His civilian occupations consisted of three years as a workman installing air conditioning systems, four years as a truck driver, ten years doing odd jobs as a general labourer and two years as a cook in a restaurant. During this period, he also signed a Non-Permanent Active Militia of Canada Attestation Paper with the Cumberland Highlanders on June 22, 1929, at the age of 19, naming his next-of-kin as his mother, Mary Gallant, stating that he had served at the Cumberland Highlanders Camp in 1927, that he was single and that his trade was that of Clerk. However, it is unsure as to whether he was accepted for service. During WWII, he decided to leave his civilian occupations and join the Canadian Army. In a Medical Revision Board Certificate, dated May 27, 1943, Gallant was examined at Debert, Nova Scotia and it was noted that his medical history consisted of stomach and intestinal troubles, rheumatism, having bouts of gonorrhoea and syphilis in the past, along with trouble with his feet as he was standing doing sheet metal work in his last job. It was also noted that he had \"bad nerves\", that he \"looks well, (and had) very bad teeth\". Even with his history of medical issues, he signed his Attestation Paper with the Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps on July 8, 1943 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, stating that he was single (later changed to married) and that his trade was that of Sheet Metal Worker. While with the RCOC, he was Absent Without Leave for 36 hours from October 4 to 5, 1943 and qualified as a Driver I.C. (W) Class II (excluding motorcycles) on November 22nd. Two weeks later, he injured himself on December 3rd, as he hit his left little finger against a truck and couldn't straighten it during a Driving Instruction course and was treated accordingly. He was granted permission to marry Catherine Mary Callahan, whom he had known for two and a half years, on January 14, 1944 but not to marry until or after March 15, 1944. On February 19, 1944, while at the Canadian Ordnance Corps Training Camp at Barriefield, Ontario, Gallant came forth with a startling revelation. He declared that his correct name was Raymond Hervey Gallant and that he was born on March 29, 1911 and not Herbert Joseph Gallant, who was born on March 25, 1910. However, outside of two mentions in his service records, he is referred to as Herbert Joseph Gallant throughout his paperwork, including his post-war records and death notification. He was admitted to London Military Hospital (Westminster) in London, Ontario on May 1, 1944. On his Case History Sheet, dated May 9th, it noted that he had \"pain above the left eye for the last two years\" and that \"since January, (the pains) have become more severe\". He was hospitalized for forty days and diagnosed with \"Sinusitis\", then discharged to duty on June 9th. He was posted to S-9, Canadian Army Motor Mechanic School at London, Ontario on June 30th, qualified as a Fitter M.V. Group \"C\" on July 8th, then transferred from the Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps to the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and posted to the General List on July 11th. Now with the RCEME, he was re-designated Fitter M.V. Group \"C\" with the rank of Craftsman. Gallant was admitted to Kingston Military Hospital, Military District No. 3 at Kingston, Ontario on July 15, 1944, his intestinal issues forcing his hospitalization. On July 21, 1944, he was officially diagnosed with enterocolitis (or coloenteritis: an inflammation of the digestive tract, involving enteritis of the small intestine and colitis of the colon), later referred to as \"gastric enteritis\", with his condition declared \"Improved\" on discharge. He was deemed fit enough for overseas service, as he embarked with the RCEME on August 30, 1944 for the United Kingdom, arriving on September 5th. Upon arrival, he was attached to the Canadian Ordnance \u0026amp; Mechanical Engineer Reinforcement Unit. Upon the ceasing of hostilities in Europe, he volunteered for the Canadian Army Pacific Force, signing his Supplementary Declaration of Service in the Pacific Theatre Form on June 23, 1945 while with I. B.W. RCEME. After eleven months service in the United Kingdom, he was struck off strength of the Canadian Army Overseas and embarked for Canada on July 29, 1945, disembarking in Halifax on August 5th and was never to see service in the Pacific theatre. While with the RCEME, he was taken on strength from X-4 List as a Craftsman on September 4th and re-classified as a Vehicle Mechanic (MV) on November 11th. He was to return to his Army roots, as he was struck off strength and transferred to the Special District Depot, Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps on December 7, 1945, taken on strength as a Private and detailed for duty at Amherst, Nova Scotia on the 8th. He is documented as having been Absent Without Leave for 24 hours, from December 20 to 21, 1945. Gallant was re-classified from Storeman NT to Storeman T \u0026amp; D (December 26, 1945), re-classified from Storeman NT to Driver I.C. (January 1, 1946) and re-classified from Driver I.C. to Storeman T \u0026amp; D (April 8, 1946), having qualified as a Driver I.C., Driver Mechanic, Motor Mechanic and Fitter M.V. along the way and appointed to the rank of Lance Corporal on April 1, 1946. He is documented as being Absent Without Leave for a third time, this time for 19 hours from May 2 to 3, 1946 and admonished for the offence under Section 15 A.A. He was accepted for the Interim Force as a Private on April 20, 1946 at Halifax, by May was regarded as a Private\/Lance Corporal, re-classified from Storeman T \u0026amp; D to Storeholder M.V. \"B\" on June 30th and achieved the rank of Lance Corporal on August 16th. As an Interim Force soldier, he expressed a desire for continued service in the Canadian Army (AF), as it was noted that there was a vacancy existing at 15 ROD for a Private Storeman. He was employed as a Storeman T \u0026amp; D and a Storekeeper M.V. Group \"B\" until he was discharged. Gallant was admitted to Royal Canadian Naval Hospital at Halifax on May 27, 1947. In his Case Medical Sheet, dated that day, it noted that the \"Patient has been bothered with pain in the small of his back for about 3 months intermittently. The intervals between have been becoming shorter and the pain has increased. There is no history to suggest acute strain or trauma. The pain in the back is when he wakes up - no matter when - during the night or during the day. It is where he thinks the kidneys are situated. After he is up for a while he seems to have a residual tired feeling.\" The diagnosis was that of lumbosacral strain (later defined as fibrositis of erector spinal), combined with latent syphilis. He was reassessed a month later, on June 22nd, noting that the \"The patient is much better - is free of his backache and has been seen by the psychiatrist. A diagnosis of anxiety state has been made and the condition explained to him at length. He feels the rest in hospital has done a great deal for him and with 7 days convalescent leave he should be able to adjust himself to such a degree that he will be free from these symptoms.\" and was discharged on the next day. His medical issues had become a concern for the RCOC, as he was struck off strength of No. 15 R.O.D. RCOC to No. 6 District Depot at Halifax on September 1, 1947. In a Medical Board Proceedings Report dated September 3, 1947, it was noted that Gallant suffered from \"Hypertension\". He was discharged from the Service under Routine Order 1029 (10) as \"Unable to meet the required military physical standards\" at No. 6 District Depot, Canadian Army, Rehabilitation Wing in Halifax, Nova Scotia on September 30, 1947. He stated that his intended place of residence was St. Regis Hotel, Amherst. Gallant had served a total of fifty months in Canada and the United Kingdom, earning him the Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945 and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Overseas Clasp for his WWII service, entitled to wear the War Service Badge, number 1053962 and paid a War Service Gratuity in the amount of $381.57. He later applied for a replacement Record of Service, as his original copy was lost in the St.. Regis Hotel fire of December 1951. He also received a replacement War Service Badge \"General Service Class\", number 1389602 and was told that another would not be issued. Gallant died on May 4, 1972, at the age of 62, the place not stated. His wife, Catherine Mary Gallant received his ERII Memorial Cross, which was despatched to her on July 5, 1973, the Army acknowledging that his condition extended to his war service.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113252081941,"sku":"C3469","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_2fd38823-71e6-46bd-9db1-f87cadf8d682.jpg?v=1692852768"},{"product_id":"a-memorial-cross-to-the-31st-battalion-holding-canal-du-nord-c3637","title":"A Memorial Cross To The 31St Battalion; Holding Canal Du Nord","description":"Item 1: Title: Canada. WWI Pair, Groff Brothers, Acting Corporal Wilfrid B. Groff and Acting Corporal Harold R. Groff, 31st Infantry Battalion (KIA)Description: Acting Corporal Wilfrid B. Groff: British War Medal (466253 A. CPL. W.B. GROFF. 63-CAN.INF.); and Acting Corporal Harold R. Groff (KIA): Victory Medal (3206541 A. CPL. H.R. GROFF. 31-CAN.INF.); and Memorial Cross (3206541 Pte. H.R. GROFF.). Naming is officially impressed on the BWM and VM and officially engraved on the MC. Un-mounted, dark patinas on the BWM and the MC, light contact, near extremely fine.\nFootnote: Wilfrid Bain Groff was born on May 18, 1892 in Dundas, Ontario, the son of Alexander Rodgers Groff and Annie Isabella Gemmel. He signed his Attestation Paper (466253) on July 7, 1915 in Edmonton, Alberta, at the age of 23, naming his next-of-kin as his father, Alexander Rodgers Groff of the Edmonton Journal, stating that he had one months' previous service with the 101st Regiment (Edmonton Journal), that he was not married and that his trade was that of Clerk with National Trust. Acting Corporal Wilfrid Bain Groff survived the war. His older brother, Harold Rodgers Groff was born on September 28, 1888 in Dundas, Ontario, the son of Alexander Rodgers Groff and Annie Isabella Gemmel. He signed his Particulars of Recruit Drafted Under Military Service Act 1917 Paper, as a \"Volunteer\" (3206541), with No. 5 Company, First Depot Battalion, Alberta Regiment, Military District No. 13, on January 21, 1918, in Edmonton, Alberta, at the age of 29, naming his next-of-kin as his father, Alexander Rodgers Groff of the Edmonton Journal, stating that he had three years' previous service with the 19th Alberta Dragoons, that he was Single and that his trade was that of Clerk. He was later transferred to the 31st Infantry Battalion \"Alberta Regiment\" in France. Acting Corporal (Private) Harold Rodgers Groff was with the 31st Infantry Battalion when he died on October 6, 1918, at the age of 30, the cause unknown. He is buried in Queant Communal Cemetery, British Extension, in Queant, Pas de Calais, France, Grave Reference: D. 9. and is commemorated on page 420 of the First World War Book of Remembrance. On the night of Oct.6th, the 31st battalion suffered heavily under an intense enemy bombardment which caused several casualties while holding the recently captured Canal du Nord. This is likely were Groff was killed.\n \n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46113313751317,"sku":"C3637","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_04_c782744e-efaf-4ac1-b819-b475f15748ad.jpg?v=1692852850"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-group-to-the-davenport-brothers-kia-at-vimy-c3145rl3","title":"Canada, Cef. A Memorial Group To The Davenport Brothers; Kia At Vimy","description":"A Memorial Group to the Davenport Brothers; KIA at Vimy - Private Alfred Riley Davenport, 31st Infantry Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force: 1914-15 Star (80130 Pte A. DAVENPORT. 31\/CAN:INF:); and British War Medal (80130 PTE. A. DAVENPORT. 31-CAN.INF.). Naming is officially impressed. Un-mounted, original ribbons, dark patina on the BWM, extremely fine. Accompanied by his Memorial Cross, GVR (80130. Pte A. DAVENPORT); and Memorial Plaque (ALFRED DAVENPORT). Naming on the MC is officially engraved, the naming on the MP is raised lettering. Private Albert Victor Davenport, 38th Infantry Battalion, Australian Imperial Force: Victory Medal (541 PTE. A.V. DAVENPORT. 38-BN. A.I.F.). Naming is officially impressed. Original ribbon, extremely fine. Accompanied by a duotang folder with copies of Private Alfred Riley Davenport's CEF Attestation Paper and the War Diary (dated April 8 to 10, 1917), Private Albert Victor Davenport's AIF Attestation Paper, Casualty Form, Death Report Field Service Card, Will and letters from the Australian Red Cross Society, along with assorted research papers on all three soldiers.\n\nFootnote: Alfred Riley Davenport was born on June 10, 1876 in Manchester, England, the son of William and Mary Ann Davenport, of Hawthorn Villa, Prestwich, Manchester, England. He had two younger brothers, Albert VictorDavenport and Stanley Mowbray Davenport. He signed his CEF Attestation Paper as a Private (80130) with the 31st Infantry Battalion \"Alberta Regiment\", on February 2, 1915 in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 38, naming his next-of-kin as Mrs. William Davenport of Midnapore, Alberta, stating that he had two years' previous military service with the South African Police, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Farmer. During his medical examination, it was noted that he had tattoo marks on both forearms: a figure of a woman on the right one and a coiled snake on the left one. The Battalion sailed from Quebec City, May 17th aboard the RMS Carpathia, used during wartime to transfer Canadian and American troops to Europe, with a strength of 36 officers and 1,033 other ranks, under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel A.H. Bell. The Battalion served in France and Belgium with the 6th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division. One year later, he was wounded while in action at the Battle of Mount Sorrel on June 13, 1916, recovered from his wounds and returned to his unit. Private Alfred Riley Davenport, 31st Infantry Battalion CEF was Killed in Action on the first day of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, April 9, 1917, at the age of 40. One of the other soldiers discovered his body: he described him as \"another old timer\" who was \"found in a reclining position in a shell hole with his head resting on his arm. He was thought to be asleep, but instead he was stone dead with a bullet through his heart.\" Private Alfred Riley Davenport is remembered with honour at the Vimy Memorial, Pas-de-Calais, France. At the base of the memorial, these words appear in French and in English: \"TO THE VALOUR OF THEIR COUNTRYMEN IN THE GREAT WAR AND IN MEMORY OF THEIR SIXTY THOUSAND DEAD THIS MONUMENT IS RAISED BY THE PEOPLE OF CANADA.\" Inscribed on the ramparts of the Vimy Memorial are the names of over 11,000 Canadian soldiers who were posted as \"'missing, presumed dead\" in France. He is commemorated on page 225 of the First World War Book of Remembrance. Albert Victor Davenport signed his AIF Attestation Paper as a Private (541) with 'B' Company, 38th Battalion, Australian Imperial Force, on February 1, 1916, officially enlisting on March 28, 1916, naming his next-of-kin as Mrs. William Davenport of Prestwich, England, stating that he had three years' previous service with the 2nd Volunteer Battalion, Manchester Regiment, that he had been previously rejected for military service due to the condition of his teeth, that he was not married and that his trade was that of Fruit Grower. He embarked Melbourne, Victoria, Australia aboard HMAT Runic on June 20, 1916, arriving in Plymouth, England on August 10th. Three weeks after arriving in England, he was admitted to hospital with knee issues on the 31st and after almost four weeks, was discharged from hospital on September 25th. He disembarked Southampton and proceeded overseas to France on November 22, 1916. Albert Victor Davenport, 38th Infantry Battalion, AIF was wounded in action on January 28, 1917. He was initially assessed at No. 10 Australian Field Ambulance with a gun shot wound to his abdomen, then transferred to the 1st Canadian Casualty Clearing Station, before being admitted to No. 14 General Hospital at Wimereux on February 2, 1917 \"with a gunshot wound to his back\". He died from his wounds at 5:00 pm on February 16, 1917, at the age of 34, and was buried on the 17th in Wimereux Communal Cemetery, Grave Reference: II. D. 13A. In his Will, dated August 17, 1916, he appointed his mother, Mary Ann Davenport as his Executrix. Stanley Mowbray Davenport was a Rifleman (B\/3165) with the 8th Battalion, Rifle Brigade. He was Killed in Action near Hooge Crater during the Battle of Neuve Chapelle, on July 30, 1915, at the age of 23, and is remembered with honour on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial, Panel: 46 - 48 and 50.\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46132828176661,"sku":"C3145.RL3","price":790.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_memorial_group_55195738777a1_1_1_1.jpg?v=1692902770"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-medal-group-to-pte-richard-smith-marshall-42nd-canadian-infantry-m0694-156","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Medal Group to Pte Richard Smith Marshall, 42nd Canadian Infantry","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1914-15 Star, bronze, full size, reverse impressed 418211 PTE. R.S MARSHALL. 42\/CAN:INF:, slightly stained original ribbon, light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 418211 PTE. R.S MARSHALL. 42-CAN.INF., replacement ribbon, light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 418211 PTE. R.S MARSHALL. 42-CAN.INF., original ribbon, dark patina, extremely fine condition. Memorial Cross affixed to British War Medal Ribbon, reverse engraved 418211 Pte. R.S MARSHALL, in sterling silver, notable wear to reverse, fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque in bronze, named to ‘RICHARD SMITH MARSHALL’, obverse marked ‘E.Cr.P’ and reverse with printed image on Richard Smith Marshall affixed with adhesive, measuring at 121mm in diameter, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Richard Smith Marshall was born on April 2, 1887 in Scotland. He served with the 5th RH of C for 1 month before enlisting in February of 1915 at the age of 27. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn his records, Pte Marshall wrote his mother a note on September 28, 1915 stating ‘Dear Mother, I left all the pay And stuff I had to you I may be out there quite a while before I snuff out and they only gave you a few Franc’s a month and you should get the balance Your Ever Loving Son Dick’. On November 18, 1915 he suffered a gunshot wound to his abdomen and died of wounds on November 19, 1915. He is buried in the Bailleul Communal Cemetery Extension in Nord, France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48995914055957,"sku":"M0694-156","price":406.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC8189_a5b95ef2-dad9-46e5-a662-b4f50dbf6987.jpg?v=1751477733"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-medal-group-to-pte-alexander-bryson-47th-canadian-infantry-kia-november-1916-m0694-157","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Medal Group to Pte Alexander Bryson, 47th Canadian Infantry, KIA November 1916","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 180187 PTE A. BRYSON. 47-CAN.INF., original ribbon, dark patina with visible wear, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed PTE A. BRYSON. 47-CAN.INF, original ribbon with visible staining, visible wear to rim and reverse, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn I.D Tag, in light metal measuring 38mm in diameter. Impressed ‘CANADIAN 180187 BRYSON A 47BN P’. light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn 88th Regiment Victoria Fusiliers cap badge in pickled bronze, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 35mm (w) x 40mm (h) and showing oxidation, fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque in bronze, named to ‘ALEXANDER BRYSON’, obverse marked ‘E.Cr.P’ and reverse maker marked ‘WA’ (Royal Arsenal, Woodwich) measuring at 121mm in diameter, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Private Alexander Bryson was born in 1891 in Bothwell, Scotland. He served with the 88th Regiment Victoria Fusiliers before he enlisted in November 1915 at the age of 24. On July 18, 1916 he was transferred to the 30th Reserve Battalion, and then was taken on strength to the 47th Battalion on August 31, 1916. Two weeks later on September 14, 1916 he wrote his military will dictating he would give 'the whole of his property' to his father. It was reported from base that Pte Alexander Bryson was killed in action on November 15, 1916. He is buried at the Vimy Memorial Cemetery in Pas de Calais, France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48995916022037,"sku":"M0694-157","price":478.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC8155_23d36a65-74d6-47d8-a009-71441d7b92f4.jpg?v=1751477784"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-group-to-pte-arthur-edward-mckay-46th-canadian-infantry-kia-september-1918-m0694-154","title":"Canada, CEF.  A Memorial Group to Pte. Arthur Edward McKay, 46th Canadian Infantry, KIA September 1918","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 276061 PTE. A.E. MC KAY 46-CAN.INF., original ribbon, dark patina, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 276061 PTE. A.E. MC KAY. 46-CAN.INF, replacement ribbon, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn 217th Overseas Battalion cap badge in browning copper, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 35.6mm (w) x 44.5mm (h). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn unofficial commemorative medal, obverse with inscription ‘HE FOUGHT FOR FREEDOM AND HONOUR’ and reverse with inscription ‘IN COMMEMORATION OF ARTHUR MCKAY WHO MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918’, with reverse named privately engraved, measuring at 29mm (w) x 36mm (h- inclusive of suspension loop).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Private Arthur Edward McKay was born on March 14, 1885 in Scotland. He enlisted in November of 1915 at the age of 30. Pte McKay arrived in England on June 9, 1917 and was Taken On Strength to the 217th Battalion. He was Struck Off Strength on October 14, 1917 and transferred to the 15th Reserve Battalion. He was Struck Off Strength on November 11, 1917 and transferred to the 46th Canadian Infantry. Pte McKay was awarded a Good Conduct badge on February 2, 1918. His records state that he was wounded on September 7th, 1918 and was killed in action on September 15th, 1918. He is buried at Dury Crucifix Cemetery in Pas de Calais, France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49012765819157,"sku":"M0694-154","price":212.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC8176_231e9ee8-ab6b-4790-8505-c51fb97c95fe.jpg?v=1751477556"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-group-to-private-james-charles-dunlop-58th-canadian-infantry-m0694-151","title":"Canada, CEF. A Memorial Group to Private James Charles Dunlop, 58th Canadian Infantry.","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 249238 PTE. J.C. DUNLOP 58-CAN.INF., original ribbon, dark patina, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 249238 PTE. J.C. DUNLOP 58-CAN.INF.. 58-CAN.INF, replacement ribbon, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 208th Canadian Irish Battalion cap badge in browning copper, two lugs on reverse. Oxidization on reverse. Measuring 43mm (w) x 53mm (h).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: James Charles Dunlop was born on August 19, 1877 in Toronto, Canada. Prior to enlisting he was a machinist by trade, and had a wife named Isabella. On April 10, 1916 Dunlop enlisted in Toronto at the age of 38 and joined the 208th Battalion. Pte Dunlop was transferred to Exhibition Camp Hospital in Toronto with a diagnosis of Tonsilititis where he would remain for two days until discharged back to duty in February 1917. He arrived in England on May 14, 1917 for training and was transferred to the 58th Battalion on February 16, 1918 and arrived in France. His records indicate that he died of Lobar Pneumonia on June 24, 1918. He is buried at Air Communal Cemetery in Pas de Calais in France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014687924501,"sku":"M0694-151","price":125.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/M0694-151.jpg?v=1751645240"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-medal-pairing-to-private-edward-james-barton-58th-canadian-infantry-killed-in-action-at-the-battle-of-ancre-heights-somme-m0694-153","title":"Canada, CEF. A Medal Pairing to Private Edward James Barton, 58th Canadian Infantry, Killed in Action at the Battle of Ancre Heights (Somme)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 211173 PTE. E.J. BARTON 58-CAN.INF., original ribbon, darkening patina around edges of obverse and reverse, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 211173 PTE. E.J. BARTON. 58-CAN.INF, replacement ribbon, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn 98th Lincoln Welland cap badge in browning copper, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 41mm (w) x 40mm (h). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Private Edward James Barton was born December 2nd, 1877 in Dartford England and was a car repairer by trade. He had previously served with the 44th regiment until he enlisted on April 3, 1916 in Niagara Falls, Ontario at the age of 38. At the time of enlistment, he had one daughter, Dorothy, with his wife, Emily. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn July 25, 1916 Private Barton arrived in England. Starting with the 98th Battalion, he was transferred and taken on strength to the 58th Battalion in September of 1916. In October 1916, his unit was actively engaged at Ancre Heights, a part of the larger battle of the Somme. It was reported from base that Private Barton was killed in action on October 5, 1916. The following week the 58th was relieved by the 13th Battalion. He is buried at the Vimy Memorial in Pas de Calais, France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014691463445,"sku":"M0694-152","price":261.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/M0694-152-1.jpg?v=1751648693"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-group-to-charles-perkins-116th-canadian-infantry-kia-august-1918-at-the-battle-of-the-scarpe-m0694-135","title":"Canada, CEF. A Memorial Group to Charles Perkins, 116th Canadian Infantry, KIA August 1918 at the Battle of the Scarpe","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 775906 PTE C. PERKINS. 116-CAN.INF., original ribbon, patina with visible wear, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed PTE. C. PERKINS. 116-CAN.INF, original ribbon, visible wear to rim, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 126th Peel Canadian Overseas cap badge in pickled bronze, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 48mm (w) x 46mm (h) and showing minor oxidation on reverse fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque in bronze, named to ‘CHARLES PERKINS’, obverse marked ‘E.Cr.P’ and reverse maker marked ‘WA’ (Royal Arsenal, Woodwich) measuring at 121mm in diameter, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Charles Perkins was born on March 31, 1895, in Devonshire, England. A sheet metal mechanic by trade, he enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force on February 28, 1916, in Brampton, Ontario, just one month shy of his 21st birthday.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn June 1916, Perkins contracted measles and was admitted to Niagara Casualty Hospital, where he remained until being discharged back to duty on June 30. On August 14, 1916, he departed Halifax with the 126th Overseas Peel Battalion, arriving in Liverpool, England ten days later. He was later taken on strength by the 116th Battalion, arriving in France on February 11, 1917.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn July 28, 1917, his medical records list the diagnosis P.U.O.(Pyrexia of Unknown Origin) commonly used for undiagnosed fever. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe was granted a 14 day leave starting December 30, 1917, and rejoined his unit on January 13, 1918. 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Contained in original case of issue, exterior lid marked with crown, velvet and silk interior, measures 66.7 mm (w) x 87.9 mm (h), very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 70th Battalion Cap Badge, in pickled brass, reverse with two lugs, 37.5 mm (w) x 45.0 mm (h), unmarked, lovely patina, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo black and white photos, demonstrating small tears near the edges, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Andrew McIntosh was born in London, Ontario in 1883. He was a railroad conductor, residing in Sarnia when he enlisted with the 70th Battalion in November, 1915. He sailed for England in April 1916. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile serving with the 58th Battalion, McIntosh was killed in action on September 17,1916. The circumstance of the casualty reads “while taking part in an attack at Courcelette, he was instantly killed in the early morning of September 17, 1916, by the explosion of a heavy calibre shell.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49046521151765,"sku":"M0694-145","price":406.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC9439_04ddfdeb-d7cb-46e4-826b-55e564e4f959.jpg?v=1751594990"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-group-to-corporal-arthur-dawson-salmon-m0694-138","title":"Canada, CEF. A Memorial Group to Corporal Arthur Dawson Salmon","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 719062 CPL. A.D. SALMON. 107-CAN.INF., original ribbon with adhesive on reverse, dark patina, very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 719062 CPL. A.D. SALMON. 107-CAN.INF., original ribbon with adhesive on reverse, light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Cross, in sterling silver, reverse engraved ‘719062 CPL-A.D. SALMON’ and marked sterling silver, darkening patina on obverse, without ribbon, in very fine condition. Accompanied by a memorial card from the Minister of Militia and Defence.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 107 Overseas Winnipeg Battalion Cap Badge, two vertical lugs on reverse, in copper, minor oxidation on reverse, measuring at 51mm (w) x 34mm (h). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo 107 collar badges, both with two legs on reverse, both stamped ‘BIRKS 1915’, with wear on obverse, measuring at 31mm (w) x 13mm (h), overall fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo 107 Overseas Winnipeg Battalion’ Collar Badges, one bronze, with two lugs on reverse, one with soldering, measuring 30mm (w) x 35.5mm (h), and one in copper, with two prongs on reverse, showing oxidation on reverse, measuring 30mm (w) x 35mm (h). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo 107 Infantry Battalion Collar Badges, in brass, with two lugs on reverse, measuring at 54.5mm (w) x 20mm (h).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Corporal Arthur Dawson was born in Bristol, England on December 26, 1876. He was a farmer by trade, and was married to Mary Louise Salmon. Dawson enlisted on March 28, 1916 in Winnipeg, Manitoba at the age of 39. He set sail from Halifax on the S.S. Olympic on September 18, 1916 with the 107th Battalion. This Battalion was converted into Pioneers (engineering and construction duties). On September 15, 1917 Dawson was promoted to the rank of Corporal. His records state that he died of wounds on November 9, 1917. The 107th Battalion is recorded on active duty at both the battle of Ypres and Passchendaele around the time of Dawson’s death. He was awarded a certificate (number 171) for dug out construction post humously on January 1, 2918. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49054639030549,"sku":"M0694-138","price":157.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC9459_b7d594bc-1b45-4f8c-82d3-c5deaedc542c.jpg?v=1752593476"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-amos-higgin-2nd-bn-died-of-sickness-m0694-54","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Amos Higgin, 2nd Bn, Died of Sickness","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 443619 PTE. A. HIGGIN 2-CAN. INF., original ribbon, light wear, near extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 443619 PTE. A. HIGGIN 2-CAN. INF., original ribbon, minor gilt loss, light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to AMOS HIGGIN, marked W on the reverse, minor wear, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 54th Infantry Battalion “Kootenay Battalion” Cap Badge, in pickled brass, two lugs on the reverse, unmarked, measures 35.4 mm (w) x 40.9 mm (h), minor wear, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Amos Higgin was born in Winton, near Manchester, England in 1870. He was employed as an iron and brass moulder prior to enlisting for the war at Vernon Camp (BC) on August 29, 1915. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe sailed to England in November 1915. Throughout his service, his ledger was marked with multiple infractions of drinking and disorderly conduct. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile in France, Higgin suffered from a transport truck running over his head in October 1916. He suffered from pain over the right eye, however, it improved over the following years. While serving with the 2nd Battalion, he was admitted to the No. 3 Canadian Field Ambulance in November 1916 for myalgia. He was discharged after roughly 12 days. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe was struck off strength and returned to Canada in 1917, after being deemed medically unfit (a disability pre-existing enlistment, not due to nor aggravated by service). Higgin died of nephritis on November 4, 1918.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49098580853013,"sku":"M0694-54","price":143.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC1838_41a8a2bd-a5e0-4948-a3a8-90fa8b6ce488.jpg?v=1754683180"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-ja-woodhouse-27th-battalion-kia-at-the-battle-of-flers-courcelette-1916-m0694-160","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte. J.A. Woodhouse, 27th Battalion, KIA at the Battle of Flers-Courcelette, 1916","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim officially impressed 623208 PTE. J.A. WOODHOUSE. 27-CAN. INF., light wear, lovely patina, near extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim officially impressed 623208 PTE. J.A. WOODHOUSE. 27-CAN. INF., minor wear and scratches, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to JACK ALEXANDER WOODHOUSE, light wear, research sticker on reverse, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 44th Battalion Infantry Cap Badge, in pickled copper, two lugs on reverse, unmarked, measures 36.5mm (w) x 43.3 mm (h), light contact, extremely fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Manitoba Dragoons Cap Badge, in silvered metal, voided, two vertical lugs on the reverse, measures 48.5 mm (w) x 35 mm (h), light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Jack Alexander Woodhouse was born in 1893, in Fort William, Ontario. He was employed as a hardware clerk, with two years of service with the 12th Manitoba Dragoons when he enlisted on October 18, 1915. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoodhouse was killed in action, in the field, on September 15, 1916. He is buried at the Vimy Memorial. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn September 15, 1916, the 27th Battalion (City of Winnipeg), CEF, fought in the opening assault of the Battle of Flers–Courcelette during the Somme offensive. As part of the 6th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division, they advanced behind the leading battalions toward the village of Courcelette, moving through heavy machine-gun and artillery fire to secure and consolidate captured positions. The day marked the first use of tanks in battle, though their effect was limited. The 27th helped hold the new line against German counterattacks, contributing to the capture of the village later that day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49272539513109,"sku":"M0694-160","price":226.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5611_9eaf7ff4-de7c-4980-a10b-ccef34f573a8.jpg?v=1756862363"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-df-torrance-24th-battalion-kia-at-st-eloi-1916-m0694-159","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte. D.F. Torrance, 24th Battalion, KIA at St. Eloi, 1916","description":"\u003cp\u003e A 1914-15 Star, in bronze, full size, reverse impressed 65985 PTE. D.F. TORRANCE. 24\/CAN:INF:, light wear, light loss of gilt, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim officially impressed 65985 PTE. F. F. TORRANCE, 24-CAN. INF., light wear, lovely patina, wear to reverse edge at 11 o’clock, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim officially impressed 65985 PTE. F. F. TORRANCE, 24-CAN. INF., minor wear and loss of gilt, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to JACK ALEXANDER WOODHOUSE, light wear, plastic residue on reverse, small drilled hole at 12 o’clock, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 24th Battalion Infantry Cap Badge, browning copper, reverse bears two lugs, marked TIPTAFT B’HAM, measures 34 mm (w) x 39 mm (h), light wear, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Donald Fraser Torrance was born in April 1891, in Montreal. He was employed as a clerk when he enlisted for the war on October 24, 1914. He arrived in England via the S.S. Cameronia in May 1915. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTorrance was killed in action by a gunshot wound to the head on March 27, 1916. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn March 27, 1916, the 24th Battalion (Victoria Rifles of Canada), CEF, was engaged in the opening of the Actions of St. Eloi Craters near Ypres, Belgium. That day, British mines were detonated under German positions, creating massive craters, and the Canadian Corps was ordered to seize and hold the new ground. The 24th Battalion, part of the 5th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division, moved into the forward area in support of the assaulting units and began occupying portions of the shattered front line. They endured severe shellfire, waterlogged craters, and chaotic conditions, which marked the start of a prolonged and costly struggle to control the craters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49272540004629,"sku":"M0694-159","price":754.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5638_6ba4c327-33a4-4a19-a950-d70619570c1b.jpg?v=1756862381"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-sjt-hopwood-1st-battalion-died-1920-m0694-110","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Sjt. Hopwood, 1st Battalion, Died 1920","description":"\u003cp\u003e A 1914-15 Star, in bronze, full size, reverse impressed 6229 PTE. L. S. HOPWOOD. 1\/CAN:INF., light wear, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim officially impressed 6229 SJT. L.S. HOPWOOD.1-CAN. INF., exhibiting some wear and areas of discolouration, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim officially impressed 6229 SJT. L.S. HOPWOOD.1-CAN. INF., minor wear, better than very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to LEONARD STEPHEN HOPWOOD, light wear, plastic residue on reverse, small drilled hole at 12 o’clock, very fine. Accompanied by the original packing and mail slip addressed to Mrs. M. Hopwood, in London Ontario. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 1st Canadian Battalion Infantry Cap Badge, two-piece construction, white metal insignia, mounted to a browning copper maple leaf base, maker marked \"HICKS \u0026amp; SONS LONDON\" on the reverse, measuring 44 mm (w) x 44.8 mm (h), both lugs intact, near extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by a Buckingham Palace notice which reads “I join with my grateful people in sending you this memorial of a brave life given for others in the Great War.” with a facsimile signature, very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Lawrence Stephen Hopwood was born in January 1896 in London, England. He was employed as a bank clerk when he enlisted at Valcartier on September 19, 1914. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHopwood was admitted to Mowat Memorial in Kingston on February 23, 1917 for TB. After moving to several different hospitals, he was discharged as medically unfit for service in June, 1918. Hopwood died of pulmonary tuberculosis on October 9, 1920.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49272542003477,"sku":"M0694-110","price":251.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5569_500fe9ec-c052-4403-a6ae-e43628e2e57a.jpg?v=1756862437"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-searle-pioneer-battalion-kia-june-1917-m0694-137","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte. Searle, Pioneer Battalion, KIA June 1917","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, silver, full size, rim impressed 138963 PTE. W.J. SEARLE. CAN. PNR. BN., minor contact marks to edges, very dark patina, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 138963 PTE. W.J. SEARLE. CAN. PNR. BN., minor contact marks, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, named to WILLIAM JAMES SEARLE, measures 120 mm (d), residue and large pits on reverse, discolouration on obverse, light contact, better than fine condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 75th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, in browning copper, voided, unmarked, measures 46.2 mm (w) x 47.2 mm (h), both lugs intact on the reverse, minor wear, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: William James Searle was born in Essex, England in April 1888. He was employed as farm labourer when he enlisted on August 30, 1915 in Toronto. He arrived in France in June 1916, and was taken on strength of the 3rd Canadian Pioneer Battalion. He was transferred to the 75th Battalion in May 1917. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSearle was killed in action on June 8, 1917, at the attack of La Coulotte. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn 28–29 June 1917, during the fighting around La Coulotte (a fortified mining village south of Lens, France), the 75th Infantry Battalion (Mississauga Battalion), CEF, part of the 11th Brigade, 4th Canadian Division, was committed to an attack intended to improve Canadian positions gained after Vimy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 75th went forward against strongly held German trenches and fortified mine workings. They faced withering machine-gun and artillery fire, and the assault quickly turned into brutal close combat in and around the shattered slag heaps and dugouts. Despite determined efforts, the attack was largely unsuccessful due to the strength of German defenses and heavy counter-fire. The battalion suffered very heavy casualties, and La Coulotte remained in German hands until the larger Canadian offensive at Hill 70 in August 1917.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49321486811413,"sku":"M0694-137","price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC7736_3c091316-beb7-4a22-bcd0-e5ce5bd021eb.jpg?v=1758493275"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-karn-54th-battalion-kia-at-the-battle-of-cambrai-1918-c7206","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte Karn, 54th Battalion, KIA at the Battle of Cambrai, 1918","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed 270530 PTE. J. G. KARN. 54-CAN. INF., light wear, dark patina, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 270530 PTE. J. G. KARN. 54-CAN. INF., light wear and minor gilt loss, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to JAMES GRANT KARN, very fine. Contained in the original cardboard case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Cross, in silver, reverse engraved 270530 PTE. J. G. KARN., marked STERLING on reverse 6 o’clock arm, remnants of purple ribbon, very fine. Contained in original case black leatherette case with white silk\/velvet interior, both very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: James Grant Karn was born in Thamesford, Oxford County, Ontario in May 1880. He was working as a Moulder, with experience in the 38th Dufferin Rifles, when he enlisted on July 21, 1916 in Brantford. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe arrived in England in May 1917, and was taken on strength by the 2nd Reserve Battalion. Between the end of May 1917 to February 1918, he served with the 125th Battalion. From the end of February (27th) 1918 onwards, he served with the 54th Battalion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKarn was killed in action on October 10, 1918. The circumstances of deaths states “he was present at the “jumping off” position (North East of Cantimpre) in the battle of Cambrai, on 30th. September 1918, but could not be located when the objective was reached. As most of his Company became casualties during the attack further details of the actual circumstances of his death are not obtainable. His body was recovered a few days later.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn September 30, 1918, the 54th Battalion (Kootenay), CEF was consolidating positions northeast of the Canal du Nord, near Sancourt, following their assault in the Battle of Cambrai. The battalion held the line under intermittent artillery fire, reorganized, and prepared for further advances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49534755209493,"sku":"C7206","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_C7206_2.jpg?v=1764861906"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-cpl-gammon-13th-battalion-kia-1917-c7207","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Cpl. Gammon, 13th Battalion, KIA 1917","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed 486619 CPL. E. GAMMON. 13-CAN.INF., light wear, lovely patina, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 486619 CPL. E. GAMMON. 13-CAN.INF., light wear and minor gilt loss, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, full size, named to EARL GAMMON, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Cross, in silver, reverse engraved 486619 Cpl. E. GAMMON, marked STERLING on reverse 6 o’clock arm, remnants of purple ribbon, very fine. Contained in original case black leatherette case with white silk\/velvet interior, both very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Orillia’s Recognition of War Services Medal, in bronze, reverse engraved CPL. E. GAMMON 13TH EN RHG “ Killed in Action” 1917, worn on original purple ribbon with beaver hanger, very fine. Contained in a cardboard box with silk medal bed, interior of lid has been inked CPL. E. GAMMON 13TH BN. R.H.C. KILLED IN ACTION 1917, light wear, near very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Peace Celebration 1919 Medal, in tin-lead, 31.5 mm, light wear, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: Earl Robert Gammon was born in Severn Bridge, Ontario, on April 30, 1892. He was a lumberman when he enlisted on October 6, 1915 at Niagara. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGammon suffered a gunshot wound to the head on June 11, 1916. At this time, the 13th Battalion was serving in Ypres Salient, Belgium. He was assessed in the trenches, then was moved to the Casualty Clearing Station at Poperinghe, then to Bolougnem and finally to the Military Hospital in Orpington. He had recovered with no disability by July 9, 1916. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe arrived in France in March 1917 and rejoined the 13th Battalion. He was appointed to lance corporal in June, and to corporal in July. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGammon was reported missing on August 15, 1917. He was later, for official purposes, presumed to have died on or since that date. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49534765072661,"sku":"C7207","price":383.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_C7207_2.jpg?v=1763565447"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-potterton-14th-regiment-c7326","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte. Potterton, 14th Regiment","description":"\u003cp\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, rim impressed 140172 PTE. D. POTTERTON 14-CAN. INF., light \u003cbr\u003ewear, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, rim impressed 140172 PTE. D. POTTERTON 14-CAN. INF., light wear, extremely fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Plaque, in bronze, named DAVID POTTERTON, full size, accompanied by original paper envelope, cardboard case, and award note. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA mechanical pencil with two blades, measuring 98 mm in length, blades are both rusted and have several notches into the metal, retractable lead pencil on the other end, functional, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn aluminum dog tag, impressed D POTTERTON CE 140172\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Whitgift Grammar School Medal, in silver, unnamed, measures 32.5 mm (d), dark patina, extremely fine. Contained in original case, blue velvet base with silk interior marked J.A. RESTALL, measures 62 mm (w) x 67 mm (h) x 20 mm (d), light wear, very fine.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA notebook belonging to a W. Coates or W. Collins, with records of the No. 16 Hospital Ward 16 Orpington, Kent, and at the other end, movements throughout the war including entries such as: \u003cbr\u003eMAR 7 left for FRANCE\u003cbr\u003e8 ARR LA HARVE [sic]\u003cbr\u003e10 ARR FLANDERS\u003cbr\u003eAP 4 Arr MT ST ELOI\u003cbr\u003e9 VIMY CAPTURED\u003cbr\u003eJUNE 1 MOVED FROM VIMY TO CAMBLAIN \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: David Potterton was born in Bradford, Yorkshire, England on July 5, 1883. He was employed as a labourer when he enlisted in Toronto on July 24, 1915. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePotterton arrived in France in February 1916, and was taken on strength by the 14th battalion. He officially joined the unit on March 10th. Potterton was killed in action on May 1, 1916. He is buried in Zillebeke, Belgium. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the date of his death, the 14th battalion was serving in the trenches on the Western Front near Ypres in Flanders. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49679734898965,"sku":"C7326","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_C7326_6.jpg?v=1770665693"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-memorial-cross-qmsmorrrison-kia-1917-c7502","title":"Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross, QMS.Morrrison, KIA 1917","description":"\u003cp\u003eGVI (89282 QMS.A.E.MORRISON) Naming is officially engraved, on period length of original purple ribbon, in case of issue, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: Battery Quartermaster Sergeant Angus Eugene Morrison (Service No. 89282) was born on 2 April 1889 in Ottawa, Ontario. He enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force on 30 March 1915, then joining the artillery, where he rose to the rank of B.Q.M.S., responsible for managing supplies, ammunition, and logistical support for his battery. Morrison served on the Western Front during the First World War and was actively engaged in the Third Battle of Ypres (Passchendaele) in 1917, one of the war’s most grueling campaigns. On 4 November 1917, he was killed in action.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49807325921557,"sku":"C7502","price":201.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_C7502_4.jpg?v=1774472346"},{"product_id":"canada-cef-a-first-war-memorial-group-to-pte-thomas-died-of-gas-poisoning-1917-c7532","title":"Canada, CEF. A First War Memorial Group to Pte. Thomas, Died of Gas Poisoning, 1917","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Short First War Medal bar, swing mounted with horizontal pinback, comprising: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA British War Medal, in silver, rim impressed 642770 PTE. H. THOMAS. 4-CAN. INF., light wear, very fine.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA Victory Medal, in bronze gilt, rim impressed 642770 PTE. H. THOMAS. 4-CAN. INF., light wear, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Memorial Cross, in silver, reverse engraved 642770 Pte H. THOMAS, and marked STERLING on the 6 o’clock arm, full size, worn on replacement black ribbon, light wear, very fine. Contained in the original case of issue, black leatherette exterior with interior silk and velvet, hinge does not fully snap closed, light wear and discolouration evident, near very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo fibre ID tags worn on a string, each marked B72800 THOMAS EA CE CDS, very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanied by a few pieces of paper ephemera, and photo copies of Thomas’s attestation papers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: Thomas Herbert was born in Collingwood in 1890. He was employed as a machine hand when he enlisted for the Great War in November 1915 with the 157th Overseas Battalion. Upon arriving in England, he was transferred to the 125th Battalion. In May 1917, he proceeded overseas with the 4th Battalion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was dangerously wounded by gas in late September 1917. He was sent to casualty clearing station No. 6, but ultimately died of these wounds on October 1 1917. 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