Canada, CEF. A 119th Infantry Battalion "Algoma Overseas Battalion" Cap Badge Auction Archive 29 mm (w) x 74

29 mm (w) x 74

with a row of trees on the ground below them

measuring 365 mm with the scabbard on

consisting of an enameled white and black star with detailed design in each quadrant in silver gilt

Canada, CEF. A 119th Infantry Battalion "Algoma Overseas Battalion" Cap Badge Auction Archive 29 mm (w) x 74In pickled copper, maker marked "PATTERSON BROS. SOO" on the reverse, measuring 35 mm (w) x 43 mm (h), both lugs intact, cleaned, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Algoma and Manitoulin areas of Ontario, with mobilization headquarters at Sault Ste. Marie under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed on August 9, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel T. P. T. Rowland