Canada, Commonwealth. A General Service Medal For Fenian Raids To Pte. W.j Dodds, 36Th Battalion consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac some drawn by patriotism

some drawn by patriotism

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contact marks on the reverse of the buckle from active use

and Medal (silver gilt and enamels

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Canada, Commonwealth. A General Service Medal For Fenian Raids To Pte. W.j Dodds, 36Th Battalion consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac some drawn by patriotismA General Service Medal with FENIAN RAID 1866 Clasp, in silver, full size, rim impressed Pte. W. J. Dodds, Alton I. Co., worn on original ribbon with pin at top, dark patina, light wear, in very fine condition. Footnote: On June 1, 1866, the Fenians (an Irish American organization dedicated to freeing Ireland from British rule) invaded Canada. Private W. J Dodds served with the 36th Peel Battalion during this time. By 1882, Dodds was serving as a