Canada, CEF. A 57th Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge visually-hidden comprised of stylized “SA” initials

comprised of stylized “SA” initials measuring 9 mm in diameter

a scarce decoration in near mint condition

surmounting royal crown with an internal red enamelled cap sits above te

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He was assigned to command the 3 Platoon

Canada, CEF. A 57th Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge visually-hidden comprised of stylized “SA” initialsIn pickled copper, voided, unmarked, measuring 38 mm x 48 mm, both lugs intact, the obverse with traces of greening evident on the crown, the reverse with greening on the crown and around the lugs, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Quebec City, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 103A, August 15, 1915. the Battalion sailed June 2, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel E. T. Paquette with a strength of 18