Canada, CEF. A Medal Pairing to Private Edward James Barton, 58th Canadian Infantry, Killed in Action at the Battle of Ancre Heights (Somme)

A 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. 

A Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 211173 PTE. E.J. BARTON. 58-CAN.INF, replacement ribbon, very fine. 

An 98th Lincoln Welland cap badge in browning copper, two lugs on reverse. Measuring 41mm (w) x 40mm (h). 

Footnote: 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. 

On 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.