Canada, Cef. A 5Th Infantry Battalion "Western Canadian Cavalry" Cap Badge United Republic of in early 1945

in early 1945

181” on both sides of the triple slotted disc

The card is dated to August 29

inside cover and medal bed lined in deep purple velvet

Canada, Cef. A 5Th Infantry Battalion "Western Canadian Cavalry" Cap Badge United Republic of in early 1945In browning copper, voided, measuring 35. 7 mm (w) x 44. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, green residue evident in the recessed areas from cleaning on the obverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Western Canada with mobilization headquarters at Camp Valcartier, Quebec under the authority of P. C. O. 2067, August 6, 1914. The Battalion sailed October 3, 1914, with a strength of 45 officers and 1,095 other ranks under the command