Peg Cottage
measuring 143 mm (w) x 95 mm (h)
3 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension
the obverse with a circular central medallion in Gold depicting the Royal Prussian crown
Overall in very fine + condition
Canada, Commonwealth. A British War Medal To Spr. Simpson, Canadian Railway Troops United Republic of Peg CottageA 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