Pte. Halstead - Mia, Pow & Dow January 1919 Archive marked on reverse K

marked on reverse K

In the beginning of August it was relocated to Taranto

MID gazetted 4 July 1944: "For good service in the destruction of an enemy submarine for courage and skill in HMCS Waskesieu in successful operations against U-Boats in Atlantic"

where he has been for two months at light duties

Pte. Halstead - Mia, Pow & Dow January 1919 Archive marked on reverse KMemorial Cross GV (114822 Pte. B. HALSTEAD). Naming is officially engraved. Nicel patina, on bow ribbon suspension, better than extremely fine. In case of issue, case better than very fine. Accompanied by a 9th Overseas Mounted Rifle Battalion pickled copper cap badge (maker marked INGLIS LIMITED, reverse stamping, 42. 5 mm x 44 mm), plus copies of his Attestation Papers, Service Records Pay Sheets, Separation Allowance Sheets, War Gratuity Statement