Canada. A 22Nd Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Francais" (Vandoos) Cap Badge, C.1915 Hold 2nd Marine Division

2nd Marine Division

loop with pin suspension

Second Class - In silvered bronze

they were to remain in operation until the end of the war in Europe

Canada. A 22Nd Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Francais" (Vandoos) Cap Badge, C.1915 Hold 2nd Marine DivisionIn browning copper, maker marked "CARON FRRES MONTREAL 1914" on the reverse, measuring 52. 5 mm (w) x 37. 5 mm (h), both lugs bent back but intact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Quebec and mobilized in St. Jean, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 36, March 15, 1915. The Battalion sailed May 20, 1915 with a strength of 36 officers and 1,097 other ranks under the command of Lieutenant Colonel F. M. Gaudet. The Battalion