of fine quality (Austrian) manufacture
as cited in the London Gazette on December 19
Three pilots perished: S/L James Dickie Hall
one gun was turned over to another unit but Howard and his remaining gun played a decisive role in the four day battle of Batoche
Corporal Philip was discharged from service on November 29
An 1870 Period Pour-Le-Merite In Gold By Wagner certificate_of_authenticity of fine quality (Austrian) manufactureAn 1870 Period Pour le Merite, in Gold and Enamels, 54. 2mm(width) x 54. 1mm(height), hollow, with one went hole at the bottom, weighs 15. 4 grams, unmarked, but typical cross by Wagner from circa 1870 period, very slight enamel flaking on reverse center, in slightly worn condition; with long neck ribbon, of later period manufacture. An excellent example.