Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to L. Cpl Auton, KIA 1917 Hold In this function he fought

In this function he fought in the Battle of the Netherlands and the Battle of France

Busk was awarded the Royal Medal of the Royal Society in 1871

bronze charging buffalo on a yellow and black enamelled crest

on a fixed loop and ring for suspension from its incorrect period original ribbon

a field postcard received by his next of kin stated he was well and on duty

Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to L. Cpl Auton, KIA 1917 Hold In this function he foughtIn silver, reverse engraved 490286 L Cpl. A. AUTON and marked STERLING on the 6 oclock arm, measures 31. 8 mm (w) x 35. 2 mm (h), worn on original purple ribbon, light wear, very fine. Contained in original case of issue exterior in black leatherette marked with crown, velvet medalbed, measures 70 mm (w) x 90 mm (h) x 25 mm (d), light wear, does not close fully, near very fine. Footnote: Arthur Auton was born in Twickham, London in 1883. He emigrated