Canada, Commonwealth. A British War Medal To Spr. Simpson, Canadian Railway Troops Hold Battle of Vimy Ridge

Battle of Vimy Ridge

all constructed of bronze with enamels and silver finishing where applicable

the obverse with richly-detailed gold bullion wire and sequin decorations

The book tells

The Blue Division members included a high proportion of regular army and others with battle experience from the Spanish Civil War and many with strong ideological commitment

Canada, Commonwealth. A British War Medal To Spr. Simpson, Canadian Railway Troops Hold Battle of Vimy RidgeA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed 2497531 SPR. R. SIMPSON. C. R. T, worn on correct ribbon, very dark patina, very small edge knocks, in very fine condition. Footnote: Robert Simpson was born in Edinburgh, Scotland in November 1872. Prior to enlisting he was employed as a cement finisher and served for two years in the P. P. C. L. I. He enlisted with the Canadian Railway troops on May 26, 1917, with his medical examination