Canada, CEF. A 2nd Battalion Helmet, Lieutenant Gilmore, 2nd Battalion CEF United Republic of measures 11 mm (w) x

measures 11 mm (w) x 8 mm (h)

the obverse constructed of a gilded oak leaf wreath with a national eagle with spread-out wings on the top clutching a mobile swastika

Footnote: The traditional symbol and crest of the House of Braganza is a green wyvern representing Saint George

each side of which bears a mobile swastika

Grand Cross - On full length sash

Canada, CEF. A 2nd Battalion Helmet, Lieutenant Gilmore, 2nd Battalion CEF United Republic of measures 11 mm (w) xAn excellent example of a First War Helmet, with solid, deep and texturized field period green paint, complete leather and horse hair liner, original chin strap, and importantly, a strong and crisp 2nd Battalion flash on the exterior front; a better officer's helmet will not be found. Acquired with lot number C7613, attributed to Lieutenant Gilmore of the 2nd Battalion. Gilmore's Colonial Auxiliary Forces Long Service Medal was sold by eMedals in