249th Infantry Battalion Other Ranks Cap Badge (Solid)

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SKU: 04.CAN.1481.001.01.000

Estimated market value:

$140 USD

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Estimated market value:

$140 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Canada
  • Composition
    Pickled Brass
  • Inscription
    Obv: HEADS UP 249 OVERSEAS BATTALION C.E.F. CANDA

History


This badge was worn by members of the 249th Infantry Battalion.

The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan with mobilization headquarters at Regina under the authority of G.O. 48, May 1, 1917. The Battalion sailed February 21, 1918 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel C.B. Keenlyside with a strength of 15 officers and 709 other ranks. In England, the Battalion was absorbed into the 15th Reserve Battalion. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.

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