Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge certificate_of_authenticity and “Einweihung am 4

and “Einweihung am 4

typically those in positions of significant responsibility in direct support of senior flag and general officers

second tag in red bakelite

affixed to a magnetic metal backplate with a field-grey wool backer

Canada, Cef. A 258Th Infantry Battalion Cap Badge certificate_of_authenticity and “Einweihung am 4In pickled brass, measuring 41. 3 mm (w) x 44. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact but pinched, contact marks, surface wear evident on the lion's face and on both fleur de lis, better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Quebec with mobilization headquarters at Quebec City, Quebec under the authority of G. O. 63, June 15, 1917. The Battalion sailed October 16, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel P. E. Blondin with a strength of 16