208th Infantry Battalion Other Ranks Cap Badge

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SKU: 04.CAN.1236.001.01.002

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

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    Estimated market value:

    $300 USD

    Attributes

    • Country
      Canada
    • Makers
      Caron for Eaton's
    • Composition
      Pickled Copper/White Metaled
    • Inscription
      Obv: OVERSEAS BATTALION CANADA 208

    History


    This badge was worn by members of the 208th Infantry Battalion. The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Toronto, Ontario under the authority of G.O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed May 3, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel T.H. Lennox with a strength of 27 officers and 686 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was broken up and absorbed into the 2nd and 8th Reserve Battalions. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.

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