Canada Militia Volunteer Rifle Crossbelt Plate Newly Listed In 1941 during the course

In 1941 during the course of Operation Barbarossa they were involved in the assault against Russia from bases in Pilau

Allen appears to have complained of extreme nervousness and continuous trembling during subsequent battles

the first of the party

Silvered tombac

engraved "GEORGE W

Canada Militia Volunteer Rifle Crossbelt Plate Newly Listed In 1941 during the courseSilver, 64. 5 mm x 78 mm, intact brass lugs, very crisp, near mint. Footnote: From the 1850's through the 1870's, "Canada Militia" insignia existed as a generic emblem for various volunteer rifle battalions. It usually included the beaver in the centre, surrounded by the words "Canada Militia" surmounted by a QVC, and often incorporating a wreath of maple leaves as well.