Canadian
LDSH CEF Cap Badge - large version
Strathcona's Horse was authorized on 1 February 1900 and embarked for Africa on 17 March 1900. There it fought as part of the 3rd Mounted Brigade and 4th Infantry Brigade, II Division, until its departure from the theatre of operations on 20 January 1901. The unit disbanded on 9 March 1901. The regiment was placed on active service at the start of the Great War on 6 August 1914 for instructiona... read more
244th Bn CEF Cap Badge
The 244th (Kitchener's Own) Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in Montreal, Quebec, the unit began recruiting in the spring of 1916 in Montreal and the surrounding district. After sailing to England in April 1917, the battalion was absorbed into the 23rd Reserve Battalion, CEF later that month.
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218th Collars or shoulder titles
The 218th Battalion, CEF, was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, the unit began recruiting in early 1916 in that city. After sailing to England in February 1917, the battalion was transferred to the 8th Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops. Nice condition badges with original lugs. maker marked Jackson and Sons. read more
1st Bn CEF Cap Badge
The battalion was created on 2 September 1914 with recruits from "Military District 1" which was Western Ontario. The battalion set off for England on board the Laurentic berthed in Quebec. They arrived in England on 14 October 1914 with a strength of 45 officers and 1121 men. The battalion became part of the 1st Canadian Division, 1st Canadian Infantry Brigade where it saw action at Ypres and ... read more
212th Bn CEF Cap Badge
The 212th Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the unit began recruiting in early 1916 throughout the province. The battalion was disbanded while still in Canada and the men transferred to the 97th Battalion, CEF.
Replaced lugs, priced accordingly. read more
4th Div Train CEF Cap Badge
The 4th Canadian Infantry Division CEF was a formation of the Canadian Army in WWI. Divisional Troops included all the support elements, including the Army Service Corp or Train. This badge was adopted for the Div Troops providing supply for the formation.
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13th Bn CEF Tam or Glengarry Badge
The battalion was formed from volunteers from the Royal Highland Regiment of Canada (The Black Watch), a militia regiment based in Montreal, as well as men from other militia regiments. Sent to England as part of the First Contingent in September, 1914, the 13th Battalion became part of the 3rd Brigade of the 1st Canadian Division. One of Canada's most decorated and best Bns in the field.
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260th Bn CEF
The 260th Battalion was mobilized and organized in September 1918, under commanding officer Lieutenant-Colonel F.C. Jamieson. Official authorization for the unit came on 1 November 1918, as the '260th Battalion, Canadian Rifles, CEF (Siberia)'. The unit was authorized both by General Order 128 (1 November 1918) and by CEF Routine Order 1084, dated 20 September 1918. The unit embarked at Victori... read more
211th Bn CEF Officer Cap Badge
The 211th Battalion, CEF was a unit in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, the unit began recruiting in early 1916 throughout British Columbia and Alberta. After sailing to England in December 1916, the battalion was transferred to the 8th Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops in March 1917.
A rare variant of an Officer... read more
Canadian Mounted Rifles Draft CEF Cap Badge
A badge used for members not yet assigned to a unit, but trained as mounted soldiers, sent to the Depot in England and on ward to the front either to a mounted Cavalry unit or the CMR in the trenches.
A nice bright version of the badge marked Ellis Bros. with original lugs. read more
85.00 CAD