Historical information
The item was obtained by Donors Grandfather who served British Forces WW1 and was a RAF Sqd Leader during the surrender of Japanese Forces in Hong Kong and New Territories WW2.
Physical description
.1) British Marching Compass brass circular shape with hinged opening, has small screws lock device on one side, brass ring on one end.
.2) Brown leather case for .1). Has belt loop on rear, folding lid with brass stud for securing.
Inscriptions & markings
.1) On base, “Cruchon & Emons London, 1916 (arrow up)”
