Canada, Cef. A 153Rd Infantry Battalion "Wellington Battalion" Cap Badge, By Ellis & Co, C.1915 Buy Now Ciskei Special Forces Badge

Ciskei Special Forces Badge

enamel flaking

Dual reverse magnetic metal rivets affix a period original black leather belt hanger

The 173rd Infantry Battalion "Canadian Highlanders" was raised and mobilized in Hamilton

in red case of issue

Canada, Cef. A 153Rd Infantry Battalion "Wellington Battalion" Cap Badge, By Ellis & Co, C.1915 Buy Now Ciskei Special Forces BadgeIn browning copper, maker marked "P. W. ELLIS & CO. LTD" on the reverse, measuring 51. 5 mm (w) x 49. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact but bent inward slightly, lacquered, contact marks and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Wellington County with mobilization headquarters at Guelph, under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel R. T. Pritchard