Canada, CEF. A 189th Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic Sharpe G/C

Sharpe G/C

obverse illustrating the left-facing bust of Alsacienne in traditional dress

following the enactment of the Territorial and Reserve Forces Act 1907

engraved "2nd

with the majority of the original gilding worn off due to age

Canada, CEF. A 189th Infantry Battalion "Canadiens Français" Cap Badge Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic Sharpe G/CIn browning copper, voided, maker marked "CARON FRERES MONTREAL 1916" on the reverse, measuring 44. 2 mm (w) x 48. 7 mm (h), both lugs are pinched but are intact, near extremely fine, Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Eastern Quebec with mobilization headquarters at Fraserville under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed September 27, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel P. A. Piuze with a strength of 26 officers