Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of numbered “92345” on the reverse

numbered “92345” on the reverse

He spent the rest of the War commanding the Northern Army

All medals have a nice patina and remain in very fine condition

white and blue ribbon

Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of numbered “92345” on the reverseThe 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.