Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive followed by his transfer to

followed by his transfer to the 3rd Canadian Labour Battalion on January 28th

marked S on pin

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Montreal area of Quebec with mobilization headquarters at Montreal under the authority of G

The award is in near extremely fine condition with some contact marks and light wear to the gilt

" He was repatriated in March 1944 and posted to No

Mexico, Empire. A Military Merit Medal, Troop Version, By Navalon G., C.1865 Auction Archive followed by his transfer to(Medalla al Mrito Militar). Instituted 1863. 1863 1865 issue. In bronze, with the obverse depicting detailed engraved bust of Maximiliano I, surrounded by the inscription MAXIMILIANO EMPERADOR (Emperor Maximilian), reverse engraved with the inscription AL MERITO MILITAR (To Military Merit) surrounded by detailed laurel wreath, marked makers mark Navalon G., measuring 32. 54 mm (w) x 36. 60 mm (h inclusive of the integral ring), with minor toned