Canada, Commonwealth. “In the Ypres Salient” by Beckles Willson, First Edition United Republic of a ribbon banner inscribed "SALVE"

a ribbon banner inscribed "SALVE"

the 58th Broad Gauge Operating Company

demonstrating minor material fatigue to the leather with sporadic loss of gilt finish to the buckle

Official Army issue with period ribbon and broach

41mm(w) (x 65mm including wreath suspension)

Canada, Commonwealth. “In the Ypres Salient” by Beckles Willson, First Edition United Republic of a ribbon banner inscribed "SALVE"A first edition paper back entitled In the Ypres Salient The Story of a Fortnights Canadian Fighting June 2nd 16th 1916 written by Beckles Willson. Published by Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co, in London, 1916. Totalling 80 pages, with monochrome images and maps throughout, light wear and foxing, remains very fine.