Shadow box containing medals, photos and letters re B72745 John Smith Berry, killed in action 5 October, 1944. Berry was driver to Lt. Col. Ian Johnston from Sicily through the Hitler Line and transferred to 11 Brigade to remain Johnston’s driver when Johnston had been promoted to Brigadier.

Medals: a. Italy Star, b.39/45 Star, c. The Defence Medal, d. 1939-1945 War Medal, e. Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, f. Canadian Efficiency Decoration. g. Memorial Cross

Images: a. Photo of Pte Berry seated on bench in Battle dress with glengarry. b. Grave marker – wooden, c. Grave marker – stone, d. Obituary notice including photo of Berry.

Document: a. Letter from DND to Mrs. Elizabeth Berry, mother, accompanying grave marker image: Coriano Ridge Cemetery, Grave 7, Row C, Plot 1.

Accoutrement: Silver buckle badge with CANADA at bottom.