Canada, CEF. A Queen’s South Africa and First War Group to A.Q.M Sergeant C. Barker, 3rd Battalion visually-hidden overlaid by a raised inscription

overlaid by a raised inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER SS” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN THE SS”)

The flag is otherwise unmarked and measures 149 mm (w) x 144 mm (h)

dated 10 November 1940

when elements of the 40th Regiment (later the Queen's Lancashire Regiment)

There is a square tartan swatch sewn in place on the left side

Canada, CEF. A Queen’s South Africa and First War Group to A.Q.M Sergeant C. Barker, 3rd Battalion visually-hidden overlaid by a raised inscriptionA swing mounted medal bar, measures 140 mm (w), horizontal pin on reverse, comprising four decorations: A Queen South Africa Medal, in silver, rim impressed 4069 PTE. C. BARKER. K. C. SCOT: BORD:, with three clasps (TRANSVAAL, PAARDEBERG, CAPE COLONY), original ribbon, small edge knocks and light area of wear, lovely patina, near extremely fine. A 1914 15 Star, bronze gilt, full size, reverse impressed 6001 A. Q. M. SJT. C. BARKER. 3 CAN. INF:,