Canadian St. John Ambulance Named E. Cole Medal

The Canadian St. John Ambulance Named E. Cole Medal is an official service award associated with St. John Ambulance, an organization with a long-standing role in providing first aid and medical support in Canada. The medal consists of a circular disk, usually struck in silver or silvered metal, featuring the emblem of the Order of St. John on the obverse and personalized engraving on the reverse, in this case, bearing the name “E. Cole.” Awards of this nature were typically presented to recognize exemplary service, long-term dedication, or acts of merit within the organization. St. John Ambulance has historical significance in both civilian and military contexts, particularly for contributions to medical support during times of war and peace. Medals such as this are of interest to collectors of Canadian, medical, and military memorabilia due to their direct association with recognized acts of service and personalized attribution to specific individuals.