Canada, CEF. A 28th Infantry Battalion "North West Regiment" Cap Badge, by Ignlis, c.1915

In pickled copper, maker marked "R.J. INGLIS LIMITED" on the reverse, measuring 35.7 mm (w) x 38.5 mm (h), both lugs intact, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan and Ontario with mobilization headquarters at Winnipeg, Manitoba under the authority of G.O. 36, March 15, 1915. The Battalion sailed May 29, 1915 under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel J.F.L. Embury with a strength of 36 officers and 1.078 other ranks. The Battalion served in France and Belgium with the 6th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Canadian Division. It was disbanded on September 15, 1920.