Pte O´Brien, Melvin: First Division Lapel Pin

Red, rectangular enamel pin for wear with civilian dress to signify service with the 1st Canadian Infantry Division. One the face of the pin is: 1 DIV. in gold lettering. There is a thin gold border around the edge of the pin. The pin measures: 13mm x 9mm, and has a screw and post fastener.

Pte O´Brien, Melvin: War Service Badge

The Canadian Second World War War Service Badge (specifically the General Service Class) was a lapel pin issued to military members who volunteered for active service overseas. Purpose and History Enlistment proof: Authorized in March 1940, it showed that a person had volunteered for active duty outside Canada, separating volunteers from conscripts under the National […]

Pte O´Brien, Melvin: Falcon Collar Badge

A brass, other ranks falcon collar badge with cotter pin, World War 2 era. This badge was made for the left collar and faced inward when worn. There would have been a corresponding badge made for the right collar (not with the donation), that also faced inward. When both badges were worn, therefore, the falcons […]

Pte. Russell Price Dunne – General Service Pins (2)

Pte. Russell Price Dunne – two General Service Lapel Pins The Canadian Forces Service Pin symbolizes dedication and sacrifice, serving as a visible acknowledgment of a member’s service in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and encouraging veterans to maintain the military ethos in civilian life  It also provides a means for former members to be identified as […]

Pte. Russell Price Dunne – Pay Book

Pte. Russell Price Dunne – Pay Book Canadian Army Soldier’s Service Pay Book Red Brown book recording pay and particulars heavily worn condition

Bren Gun Combination Tool MK1

The combination tool MK1 was one of the standard components of the Bren Gun Spare Parts Wallet. Other items included: an oil can, a pull-through, a packet of cleaning patches, and a small tin of spare parts. Components: The tool incorporates several functions into one unit: Small Copper Hammer: for lightly tapping gun components and to […]

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