Canada, Cef. A 218Th Infantry Battalion "Edmonton Irish" Cap Badge, By Jackson, C.1916 United Republic of 5 x 19 x 3cm)

5 x 19 x 3cm) with enameled Cross (27mm) imbedded on lower part

smaller stickpin

78 mm (w) x 38

the General Assembly became Founders Chapter

along with Greek-style arches in the background

Canada, Cef. A 218Th Infantry Battalion "Edmonton Irish" Cap Badge, By Jackson, C.1916 United Republic of 5 x 19 x 3cm)In pickled brass, maker marked "JACKSON" on the reverse, measuring 43. 7 mm (w) x 49. 3 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks and surface wear, better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Edmonton, Alberta with mobilization headquarters at Victoria under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed February 17, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel J. K. Cornwall with a strength of 32 officers and 883 other