Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to Pte. J. Bannon, 259th Battalion, Died of Illness 1918 United Republic of The reverse ricasso bears a

The reverse ricasso bears a serial number of “Г01801”

the top of the award with a ribbon in blue enamels along with crossed swords

minor flecking consistent with age is evident and the decoration is missing its ribbon

Footnote: The Spanish War Service Medal was established by an act of the U

Canada, CEF. A Memorial Cross to Pte. J. Bannon, 259th Battalion, Died of Illness 1918 United Republic of The reverse ricasso bears aA Memorial Cross, in silver, full size, reverse engraved 3236193 Pte. J. M. BANNON, reverse 6 oclock arm marked STERLING, worn on full length purple silk neck ribbon, light wear, extremely fine. Footnote: John Maxel Bannon was born in Artemesia, Grey County, Ontario in 1890. He was employed as jeweller when he was drafted under the Military Service Act in July 1918. He served with the 259th Battalion in Canada. Bannon died October 28, 1918 of severe