Instituted in 1899. 1 Clasp - FENIAN RAID 1866 (Pte. M. Wood, Brantford Highland R. Co.). Naming is officially impressed. In silver, engraver marked "T.B." on the obverse, measuring 36.2 mm in diameter. Dark patina, edge nicks, contact marks on the obverse, very fine.
Footnote: The Canada General Service Medal was instituted in January 1899 and was awarded to members of Imperial forces and Canadian Militia who fought against Fenian raiders who came north during the aftermath of the American Civil War. Private Morris Wood is shown on the roll of the 35 man Brantford Highland Rifle Company, listed on page 154 of the "Canada General Service Medal Roll, 1866-70" by John Thyen, entitled to the Fenian Raid 1866 clasp.

