Canada, CEF. A First War Pair to Pte. Hoptrough, C.M.G. Brigade certificate_of_authenticity likely indicating an Alpine unit

likely indicating an Alpine unit of Jäger-Regiment 19

He commanded Hamilton’s 23 Medical Company with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel

Knight - 18K Gold and enamels

He was struck off strength on 8th March 1945 and was appointed to The Reserve Special Section

The Battalion sailed October 23

Canada, CEF. A First War Pair to Pte. Hoptrough, C.M.G. Brigade certificate_of_authenticity likely indicating an Alpine unitA British War Medal, in silver, full size, rim impressed 663680 PTE. E. J. HOPTROUGH. C. M. G. BDE., original ribbon, light wear, lovely patina (very dark on reverse), extremely fine. A Victory Medal, bronze gilt, full size, rim impressed 663680 PTE. E. J. HOPTROUGH. C. M. G. BDE., light wear, near extremely fine. A 164th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, pickled copper, blackened edges and reverse, unmarked, reverse bears two lugs with pin intact,