Canada. A Memorial Cross, 21St Infantry Battalion, Killed In Action Near Courcelette Hold then transferred to the 23rd

then transferred to the 23rd Reserve Battalion

making a patrol total of four ships of about 13

The case of this watch is crafted of polished silver

a passenger and cargo steamer

one small chip in the white enamels

Canada. A Memorial Cross, 21St Infantry Battalion, Killed In Action Near Courcelette Hold then transferred to the 23rdGeorge V (59441 PTE. J. HAWKINS). Naming is engraved. Light contact, on wide incorrect ribbon, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, soiling evident on the interior, lid sits slightly askew, case very fine. Footnote: James Hawkins was born on July 3, 1882 in London, England, the son of James William Hawkins. He was a veteran of the South African War, serving with the Surrey Regiment and later immigrated to Canada. He was married to