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Catalog Number |
2023.005.0049 |
Object Name |
Medal, Commemorative |
Title |
CFB London WO's & SGT's Mess Closure |
Description |
Medium-sized pewter medal commemorating the closure of the Warrant Officer's and Sergeant's Mess at Wolseley Barracks in 1992. On the front of the medal, the words "Canadian Forces Base London" are placed around the top edge, with "WO's & SGT's Mess" placed along the bottom edge. The CFB London logo is placed in the centre, with a image of the A block's front facade wrapped with maple leaves and an imperial state crown on top. The words "London" is placed beneath the A Block image amongst the maple leaves and "Providemus" ("we provide" in Latin) is placed below that. On the back of the medal, The words "WO's & SGT's Mess is written above a personalized stamped plate. The plate reads, "215 Mr Bennett JN." Below the plate the event is described, with the location and date of the mess closure. |
Date |
31/07/1992 |