Canada, Cef. A 248Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, C.1917 Auction measuring 197 mm (w) x

measuring 197 mm (w) x 271 mm (h)

with dual prong sets

The helmet is otherwise unmarked and measures approximately 282 mm in diameter and 175 mm in height

topped by a Stahlhelm and stick grenade

organisational issues

Canada, Cef. A 248Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, C.1917 Auction measuring 197 mm (w) xIn pickled brass, voided, measuring 51 mm (w) x 45. 2 mm (h), horizontal pinback, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Central Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Owen Sound under the authority of G. O. 48, May 1, 1917. The Battalion sailed June 2, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel J. H. Rorke with a strength of 13 officers and 259 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 48th Reserve Battalion. It