Canada, Cef. A 7Th Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops Cap Badge, By J.r.gaunt Auction one featuring four decorations

one featuring four decorations

and Victory Medal (Pte R

marked "14 CT" (Gold)

Of great historical importance and value

Canada, Cef. A 7Th Battalion, Canadian Railway Troops Cap Badge, By J.r.gaunt Auction one featuring four decorationsTwo piece construction, in blackened brass, lacquered, maker marked "J. R. GAUNT MONTREAL" on the reverse, measuring 42. 5 mm (w) x 44 mm (h), one of two lugs intact, the other having broken off, near extremely fine. Footnote: The 257th Infantry Battalion was raised in Eastern Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Ottawa under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed February 16, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel