248th Infantry Battalion Other Ranks Cap Badge (Void)

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SKU: 04.CAN.1478.001.01.001

Estimated market value:

$1200 USD

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Estimated market value:

$1200 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Canada
  • Makers
    Hemsley
  • Composition
    Pickled Brass
  • Inscription
    Obv: DE BON VOLUOIR SERVIR LE ROI OVERSEAS 248 BATTALION CANADA

History


This badge was worn by members of the 248th Infantry Battalion.

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 was disbanded on September 15, 1920.

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