Canada. A Memorial Cross, 21St Infantry Battalion, Killed In Action Near Courcelette Hold typical Schwerin

typical Schwerin

well-stitched

EVIIR cypher

" in 1916 and was available for purchase at the time for a cost of "One Shilling"

remaining there until 1946

Canada. A Memorial Cross, 21St Infantry Battalion, Killed In Action Near Courcelette Hold typical SchwerinGeorge V (59441 PTE. J. HAWKINS). Naming is engraved. Light contact, on wide incorrect ribbon, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, soiling evident on the interior, lid sits slightly askew, case very fine. Footnote: James Hawkins was born on July 3, 1882 in London, England, the son of James William Hawkins. He was a veteran of the South African War, serving with the Surrey Regiment and later immigrated to Canada. He was married to