Canada, Cef. A 4Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, C.1914 United Republic of joining the 3rd Brigade

joining the 3rd Brigade

The objective of the WHW was to help less fortunate Germans (especially those with children) survive the harsh German winter months

measuring 47 mm (w) x 67 mm (h - inclusive of suspension)

with crossed swords mounted on the enamel at the centre of the cross

06 mm in thickness

Canada, Cef. A 4Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge, C.1914 United Republic of joining the 3rd BrigadeTwo piece construction, white metal insignia, mounted to a browning copper maple leaf base, measuring 43. 5 mm (w) x 44. 7 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Central Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Camp Valcartier, Quebec under the authority of P. C. O. 2067, August 6, 1914. The Battalion sailed October 3, 1914 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel R. H. Labatt, with a strength of 42 officers