Canada, CEF. A 253rd Infantry Battalion "Queen's University Highlanders" Cap Badge Auction Footnote: This is the second

Footnote: This is the second highest French order

on period original incorrect ribbon

aged 68-69

measuring approximately 5

Canada, CEF. A 253rd Infantry Battalion "Queen's University Highlanders" Cap Badge Auction Footnote: This is the secondIn pickled brass, voided, maker marked "KINNEAR & DESTERRE" on the reverse, measuring 47. 5 mm (w) x 66 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks, red residue evident around "253", better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Eastern Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Kingston under the authority of G. O. 48, May 1, 1917. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel P. G. C. Campbell with a strength