Canada. A General Service Medal, To Private John William Gorham, Halifax Volunteer Battalion United Republic of on loop for suspension with

on loop for suspension with correct replacement ribbon

constructed of black cotton with multi-coloured machine embroidery

His condition was noted as "drowsy and semi-stuporous at time but can answer questions fairly well

sticker highlight evident on the reverse

The bomb would have detonated if the bag had been removed or if the car had been subjected to any movement

Canada. A General Service Medal, To Private John William Gorham, Halifax Volunteer Battalion United Republic of on loop for suspension withCanada, Great Britain; 1 Clasp FENIAN RAID 1866 (Pte. J. W. Gorham. H. V. B.). Naming is officially impressed. Original ribbon, re silvered and exhibiting scattered silvering wear, bruised, contact marks, very fine. Footnote: Private John William Gorham is shown on the roll of the 97 man Halifax Volunteer Battalion (63rd Battalion, Scottish Rifles) and is listed on page 191 of the "Canada General Service Medal Roll, 1866 70" by John Thyen, entitled to