Canada, CEF. A 54th Infantry Battalion "Kootenay Battalion" Cap Badge Newly Listed to be read as English

to be read as English and French

SERGE / Size No

The proficiency badge was awarded to voluntary military personnel

5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral loop

oval insignia in bronze gilt with red and white enamels

Canada, CEF. A 54th Infantry Battalion "Kootenay Battalion" Cap Badge Newly Listed to be read as EnglishIn browning copper, maker marked "JACOBY BROS. VANCOUVER" on the reverse, measuring 35 mm (w) x 40. 7 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Southern British Columbia under the authority of G. O. 86, July 1, 1915. The mobilization headquarters was at Nelson, British Columbia. The Battalion sailed November 22, 1915 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel W. M. Davis with a strength of 36 officers and 1,111 other