First World War Medal Awarded to

Alonzo Young

In the photo above is the front of the British War Medal awarded to Alonzo Young for his service during the First World War. The British War Medal was awarded to all ranks of the Overseas Military Forces of Canada who went overseas from Canada between August 5, 1914 and November 11, 1918 or who served in a theatre of war. The British War Medal above is inscribed on the rim with "877363 PTE. A. YOUNG. 185-CAN. INF." This is the only medal awarded to Alonzo.

Ref. Number:  25-2 (4-1-1.3)
Image Information:  Scan of original artifact
Source:  Private Collection 2025

Reverse of the Above Medal