In August 1916
as the second of four Battalions that made up the Nova Scotia Highland Brigade
The Order of the Iron Crown in Gold
stating that he was an American citizen
His elder daughter became a volunteer nurse
First Republic, Austrian Merit Order - Hold In August 1916Grand Cross First Class with Eagle. Cross, in silver gilt and enamels, 48x55mm, unmarked, of very fine quality manufacture, extremely fine condition. Mounted on a full length of original sash. Star, in silver, silver gilt and enamels, 95mm, maker marked on reverse "Anton Reitterer, Wien". Of very fine quality manufacture, extremely fine condition. Extremely rare set of insignia, only five Grand Cross First Class with Eagle awarded, as follows: Dr.