Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Officer's Helmet Plate, c.1904 Republic of After the creation of the

After the creation of the Independent State of Croatia in April 1941

(Panzerkampfabzeichen mit Einsatzzahl “75”)

for the Award of the King Zvonimir Order 1st Class with Oakleaves (for Gallantry in action)

numbered "822157" and marked "M" on the reverse

lid hinge functional

Canada, Dominion. A 97th Regiment Algonquin Rifles Officer's Helmet Plate, c.1904 Republic of After the creation of theOfficers Version. In silvered bronze and black enamels, unmarked, voided, measuring 59. 5 mm (w) x 75. 6 mm (h), both lugs intact, very fine. Footnote: The Algonquin Regiment originated on July 1, 1900 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as the 97th Regiment of Rifles. Sub units were located in Thessalon, Sudbury and Sturgeon Falls. It was re designated on June 1, 1903 as the 97th Regiment (Algonquin Rifles); re designated on May 1, 1920 as The Algonquin