Prussia, State. An Order Of The Crown, Gold Medal United Republic of Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard

Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard of Canada died on 28/2/1945 at age 52

and topped by stylized eagle’s head

surrounded by the inscription "BATTAGLIONE SPECIALE "E" R

matching the exterior of the trench coat

where the Hungarian captors transferred him to the Germans

Prussia, State. An Order Of The Crown, Gold Medal United Republic of Hormidas Lapierre of Veterans Guard(Der Knigliche Kronen Orden). A round medal constructed of gilded bronze, the obverse centre presents an outline of the cross of the order, the reverse presents the initials WR, the medal is surmounted by a crown, measuring 24. 92 mm (w) x 36. 57 mm (h), on loop for suspension from period original replacement ribbon, and in near very fine condition.