Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 Auction with the help of the

with the help of the Allied Powers

Fait l'administration de tous par sa bravoure et son dévouement

Infantry Private's Insignia (olive green crossed rifles insignia on a circular brownish-green wool base

that were caused by "long and heavy marching"

Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 Auction with the help of theThe badge presents a crowned bronze oval inscribed GARRISON BATTALION with the obverse center presenting a white metal overlay of three towers, the base presents a banner with the inscription STAND FAST, the reverse presents two lugs at 3 and 9 oclock, very minor wear, lovely patina, in near mint condition. Footnote: The Garrison Battalions were composed of individuals deemed unfit to serve overseas. The units were created on June 16, 1942.