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Lt Andrew McBride /Thomas Cole – medals

two medals mounted.  British War Medal and Victory medal 1919 From the collection of Pte Thomas Clark Cole of the 15th Battalion, 48th Highlanders, given by his family,  Both medals however, are engraved with Lt. Andrew McBride, and are thought to be worn by Thomas Clark Cole or at least in his possession for some […]

48th Highlanders on stage at Royal Alex – circa 1900

large black and white photo of 48th Highlanders and cast on stage at the Royal Alex Theater in Toronto about 1900. Highlanders in full dress.  Photo was located in 1965 at the 48th Highlanders Old Comrades Memorial Hall building at 519 Church St Toronto.  Original photo was framed under glass but frame not found.

Ziploc Bag of Military Ribbons and Patches – Pte. Harold C. McKay

Clear Ziploc bag containing two sets of military medal ribbons for: The 1939-1945 star, The Italy Star, and Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (CVSM), one extra medal ribbon piece for The 1939-1945 star, two large red fabric patches for the 1st Canadian Division, and one curved fabric shoulder patch with the words “48th Highlanders of Canada”. […]

Pte. Mary Ruby Revere, CWAC – medals

Pte. Mary Ruby Revere- CWAC. The two medals are as follows: one Canadian Volunteer Service Medal (CVSM) with one Overseas Service Bar and clasp, one War Medal 1939-1945. Mary may be related to Pte. Harold C. McKay of the 48th Highlanders (sister?).  Her medals came in the donation package of Harold McKay.

Black Paper Pocket Labeled “PAST” – Pte. Harold C. McKay

Black paper pocket made from folded construction paper and stapled on the sides, with a small piece of paper taped to the front and the word “PAST” written on it with pen, containing 5 photos and 5 postcards. The photographs are sepia and black and white and of different scenery: 1 of the photos shows […]