243rd Infantry Battalion Officers Cap Badge

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SKU: 04.CAN.1450.001.01.000

Estimated market value:

$250 USD

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Estimated market value:

$250 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Canada
  • Makers
    Ellis
  • Composition
    Silverplate/Copper
  • Inscription
    Obv: CANADA 243 OVERSEAS

History


This badge was worn by members of the 243rd Infantry Battalion.

The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan with mobilization headquarters at Prince Albert under the authority of G.O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed June 2, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel J.E. Bradshaw with a strength of 16 officers and 391 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 15th Reserve Battalion. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.

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