He was a painter residing in Toronto when he enlisted in November 1914
with Ivan indicating he had six months previous military service with the 2nd Regiment
the insignia features the Netherlands Coat of Arms stamped into a metal plate and fixed to the centre front
obverse centre with gilt Maltese cross with laurels presenting a rearing crowned Belgian Lion on a black enameled background
Canada, CEF. An Attributed 5 Button Sergeant Service Tunic with Medals & Accessories certificate_of_authenticity He was a painter residingA standard issue 5 button service khaki olive green wool tunic, unlined, with a stand and fall lay down collar, the collar has two metal hooks and loops to secure collar tighter around the neck, the centre right bears five braided leather buttons, four pockets each with additional leather buttons, standard issue CANADA shoulder flashes, with three rank chevrons indicating the ranks of sergeant, with three service bar chevrons on right sleeve, 2