Canada, CEF. A 130th Infantry Battalion "Lanark And Renfrew Battalion" Cap Badge Hold originally Böhmer

originally Böhmer

the case is constructed of thick cardstock and a black faux leather exterior

dated October 21

It is stamped in white "53" and "WB4101" flanking the eagle insignia to the left of the right eyepiece and "G65" in red to the right of the left eyepiece

They were directed to keep out of the main action because of their light armament and lack of armor

Canada, CEF. A 130th Infantry Battalion "Lanark And Renfrew Battalion" Cap Badge Hold originally BöhmerIn pickled copper, voided, unmarked, measuring 37 mm (w) x 44. 2 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in the Countries of Lanark and Renfrew with mobilization headquarters at Perth, Ontario under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed September 27, 1916 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel J. F. de Hertel with a strength of 25 officers and 573 other