Canada, CEF. A 54th Infantry Battalion "Kootenay Battalion" Cap Badge visually-hidden vertical downward pointing pin

vertical downward pointing pin

capsule-shaped

Reconnaissance Squadron Clasp

marked “750” for 18k gold content and maker marked “J

Canada, CEF. A 54th Infantry Battalion "Kootenay Battalion" Cap Badge visually-hidden vertical downward pointing pinIn 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