Prussia, State. An Order Of The Crown, Gold Medal United Republic of Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard

Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard of Canada died on 28/2/1945 at age 52

measuring 75 mm (w) x 70 mm (l) x 24 mm (h)

During the South African War (Boer War)

and held on under intense artillery fire until relieved two days later

Solingen) with the Henckels insignia above and dated "1938" below on the blade

Prussia, State. An Order Of The Crown, Gold Medal United Republic of Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard(Der Knigliche Kronen Orden). A round medal constructed of gilded bronze, the obverse centre presents an outline of the cross of the order, the reverse presents the initials WR, the medal is surmounted by a crown, measuring 24. 92 mm (w) x 36. 57 mm (h), on loop for suspension from period original replacement ribbon, and in near very fine condition.