Canada, CEF. The Battalion Drum of the 148th McGill University C.O.T.C. Hold Findlay CFA - British War

Findlay CFA - British War Medal (1251927 GNR

one constructed of light red cotton

A wide fuller runs the majority of length of each side of the blade

the suspension loop marked “KO” for an unidentified maker

red velvet underside

Canada, CEF. The Battalion Drum of the 148th McGill University C.O.T.C. Hold Findlay CFA - British WarLikely produced and painted in 1918 at the conclusion of the war, this drum is unique. Constructed of brass with a catskin drum covering, with hardwood top and bottom, secured by cord and leather tabs; two brass fittings for strap; drum painted with McGill University Contingent 148th Battalion (C. E. F.) C. O. T. C. ARRAS 1917 1918 HILL 70 YPRES 1917 AMIENS HINDENBURG LINE PURSUIT TO MONS; sounding the battalion crest, 36 cm in diameter, decorated in