Canada, Dominion. An 8Th Battalion, "Royal Rifles" Helmet Plate, C.1877 United Republic of overlaid by double Sin runes

overlaid by double Sin runes

mounted to a oval base in bronze gilt with white enamels

Hisson was transferred for nine days to No

A grouping of three first war and Weimar period medals and awards

The bloodied regiment was mustered out of service in April 1919 at Camp Devens in Massachusetts

Canada, Dominion. An 8Th Battalion, "Royal Rifles" Helmet Plate, C.1877 United Republic of overlaid by double Sin runesIn die stamped patinated bronze, unmarked, measuring 78 mm (w) x 109. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks evident on the "8", residue buildup overall in the recessed areas on the obverse, better than very fine. Footnote: The Royal Rifles of Canada originated in Quebec City, Canada East, on February 28, 1862, when The 8th Battalion, Volunteer Militia Rifles, Canada was authorized. It was re designated the 8th or Stadacona Volunteer Militia Rifles