Canada. A Memorial Cross To Pte Martin, 70Th Bn, Succumbed To Myocarditis And Endocarditis Auction Established in 1815 this Order

Established in 1815 this Order was awarded for exceptional military or naval merit

stipulated that his mother was to receive his wordly possessions

Grand cross set of insignia

Recipients are the only Americans authorized to wear the "Vice Presidential Seal or Coat of Arms" on their uniforms or civilian clothes

His services were called upon again in the Second World War

Canada. A Memorial Cross To Pte Martin, 70Th Bn, Succumbed To Myocarditis And Endocarditis Auction Established in 1815 this OrderCanada; George V. (123065 Pte J. MARTIN) naming is officially engraved, sterling silver, marked "STERLING" on the reverse, along with a partial original neck ribbon, ribbon has slight discolouration and is frayed at one end. Extremely fine condition. Footnote: James Martin was born in Chatham, Ontario on December 20, 1876. He resided in London, Ontario with his wife Maud and was employed as a baker before enlisting with the Canadian Infantry on