Canada, Cef. A 250Th Infantry Battalion "White Eagles" Officer's Cap Badge, By Dingwall, C.1917 United Republic of overlaying a wreath of oak

overlaying a wreath of oak leaves

embroidered silver wire wings

constructed of multi-coloured machine embroidery

1914 for local protective duties and contributed volunteers to the 5th Battalion

engraved on rim "A TRIBUTE OF REGARD

Canada, Cef. A 250Th Infantry Battalion "White Eagles" Officer's Cap Badge, By Dingwall, C.1917 United Republic of overlaying a wreath of oakThree piece construction, independent crown and insignia bearing "250" designation in silver, mounted to a pickled copper maple leaf base, maker marked "DINGWALL WINNIPEG" on the reverse, measuring 37 mm (w) x 44. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact, one of which is bent back slightly, extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Manitoba with mobilization headquarters at Winnipeg under the authority of G. O. 48, May 1, 1917. The Battalion was under