United Kingdom. A First War Distinguished Conduct Medal to Sgt. Brusselmans, 22nd Canadian Infantry Republic of the reverse centre bears the

the reverse centre bears the inscription “VIRTVTI” (VIRTUE) encompassed by a wreath of oak tied with a ribbon in a bow at the bottom

" on one side and "KING EDWARD VIII ASCENDED THE THRONE 1936 - CORONATION 1937

The tag displays storage age and wear

rare and very attractive

No sooner had Canada entered the war against Germany and its allies in 1914 than it was decided to raise an expeditionary force for battle overseas

United Kingdom. A First War Distinguished Conduct Medal to Sgt. Brusselmans, 22nd Canadian Infantry Republic of the reverse centre bears theInstituted by Queen Victoria in 1854. (1910 1930 Issue). In silver, full size, featuring a bust of King George on the observe, the reverse with the inscription FOR DISTINGUISHED CONDUCT IN THE FIELD, rim impressed 61193 SJT. C. BRUSSELMANS. 22 CAN. INF., as issued to Allied troops, bright, light contact marks, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: London Gazette, January 26, 1918: For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He was of the greatest