Canada, CEF. A 22nd Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge, Type I Auction Archive then named Brigade Commander

then named Brigade Commander

Before Attestation (letter)

on all a semi-coated white paper stock

Constructed of golden-yellow cotton-blended threading

Canada, CEF. A 22nd Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge, Type I Auction Archive then named Brigade CommanderIn browning copper, the maker marked "CARON FRERES MONTREAL 1916" on the reverse, measuring 52. 7 mm (w) x 35 mm (w), one lug slightly undulated but both lugs are intact, surface wear evident on the beaver's hind quarters, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Quebec and mobilized in St. Jean, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 36, March 15, 1915. The Battalion sailed May 20, 1915 with a strength of 36 officers and 1,097 other