Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to Pte. Thorns, KIA June 1917 GTRexclude measuring 405 mm in length

measuring 405 mm in length when inserted into the scabbard

the obverse bearing a dedication to Maschinistenmaat L

becoming the 31st Burma Light Infantry in 1901 and the 91st Punjabis in 1904

the insignias having experienced moderate scuffing and contact

He was discharged upon demobilization on September 15

Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to Pte. Thorns, KIA June 1917 GTRexclude measuring 405 mm in lengthIn silver, a memorial cross, reverse engraved 669429. PTE. P. THORNS., full size, reverse arm marked STERLING, light wear, very fine. Footnote: Percy Thorns was born in Toronto Canada in March 1889. He had experience with the Queens Own Rifles when he enlisted on January 15, 1916, with the 166th battalion. He left Halifax in October 1916, arriving in England on the 28th of the month. He was transferred to the 5th Canadian Mounted Rifles on November