Canada, Cef. A 153Rd Infantry Battalion "Wellington Battalion" Cap Badge, By Ellis & Co, C.1915 United Republic of 37 mm x 66

37 mm x 66

to civilians for "exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services

Oberfeldwebel Kurt Passow

and numbered “151834” on the reverse

Canada, Cef. A 153Rd Infantry Battalion "Wellington Battalion" Cap Badge, By Ellis & Co, C.1915 United Republic of 37 mm x 66In browning copper, maker marked "P. W. ELLIS & CO. LTD" on the reverse, measuring 51. 5 mm (w) x 49. 5 mm (h), both lugs intact but bent inward slightly, lacquered, contact marks and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Wellington County with mobilization headquarters at Guelph, under the authority of G. O. 151, December 22, 1915. The Battalion sailed April 29, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel R. T. Pritchard