center red cross appears to be re-enameled
he was alive but died soon after
in "as found" condition
consisting of a shield depicting a national eagle with open wings clutching a mobile swastika
reverse with crossed scythes and shield with inscription “Für treue Mitarbeit” (“For Faithful Assistance”)
Canada, Cef. A Trio To Private/Sergeant Arthur Copeland, 24Th Infantry Battalion, Diw At The Battle Of The Somme Auction Archive center red cross appears to1914 15 Star (65212 Pte A. COPELAND. 24 CAN: INF:); British War Medal (65212 SJT. A. COPELAND. 24 CAN. INF.); and Victory Medal (65212 SJT. A. COPELAND. 24 CAN. INF.). Naming is officially impressed. Un mounted, spotting on the Star, gilt wear on the VM, contact marks, replacement ribbons, very fine. Footnote: Arthur William Copeland was born on November 3, 1888 in Hampton, Middlesex, England, the son of John Copeland and Flora Miriam Copeland (nee