Canada, CEF. A 119th Infantry Battalion "Algoma Overseas Battalion" Cap Badge visually-hidden the medallions are likely replacements

the medallions are likely replacements denoted by the thin enamelling and edges lining the outer stone ring

he was promoted to the rank of Schütze (rifleman)

tirelessly energetic and inquiring

Shoulder Straps (Schulterhlappen)

4th Class Officer 1918 (bronze gilt with red

Canada, CEF. A 119th Infantry Battalion "Algoma Overseas Battalion" Cap Badge visually-hidden the medallions are likely replacementsIn pickled copper, maker marked "PATTERSON BROS. SOO" on the reverse, measuring 35 mm (w) x 43 mm (h), both lugs intact, cleaned, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Algoma and Manitoulin areas of Ontario, with mobilization headquarters at Sault Ste. Marie under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed on August 9, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel T. P. T. Rowland