Canada, CEF. A 97th Infantry Battalion "Toronto Americans" Cap Badge, Type II with "American Legion" Banner Hold The Order underwent a number

The Order underwent a number of name and design changes in its short 5-year lifespan

Three photos show large sailing ships

North Irish Horse

Knights Templar

official WWI period issue in silver gilt

Canada, CEF. A 97th Infantry Battalion "Toronto Americans" Cap Badge, Type II with "American Legion" Banner Hold The Order underwent a numberIn browning copper, voided, maker marked "GEO. H. LEES & CO. 1915" on the reverse, measuring 47. 8 mm (w) x 44. 3 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised and mobilized in Toronto, Ontario under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed September 19, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel A. B. Clark with a strength of 31 officers and 798 other ranks. The Battalion was one of four