Canada. A 12Th Battalion Canadian Railway Troops Other Ranks Collar Badge Auction 28026 MS" on both sides

28026 MS" on both sides of the perforated centre

with matching "18" numbers on both sections

He was granted a temporary rank in the Special Service Force and appointed to the Active Force in the rank of Lieutenant (Short Service Officer

returning to the Base Depot

Canada. A 12Th Battalion Canadian Railway Troops Other Ranks Collar Badge Auction 28026 MS" on both sidesIn brass, the red felt of insignia secured in place via a brass plate pinned in place, along with being maker marked "J. R. GAUNT LONDON" on the reverse, measuring 26. 7 mm (w) x 36. 3 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine. Footnote: The 12th Battalion Canadian Railway Troops was formed in the spring of 1918 by the conversion and re designation of the 3rd Labour Battalion. It was disbanded on November 1, 1920.