Canada, CEF. A 2nd Pioneer Battalion Cap Badge

In browning copper, voided, measuring 34.7 mm (w) x 42.5 mm (h), both lugs and pin intact, near extremely fine.

Footnote: Canada's eight Pioneer Battalions performed the same kind of duties as the engineers. The Canadian Engineers were responsible for all defensive measures, including wiring, trenches, gun enplacements, offensive and defensive mining subways, roads, bridges, railways, medical accommodations, water supply and purification and numerous other vital tasks. All accommodation and storage huts were built by the engineers and they were also charged with maintaining sanitation standards. Often working closely with the engineers, the Pioneers helped maintain pen lines of communication. All the Pioneer Battalions, except the 1st Pioneer Battalion, were absorbed into the Canadian Engineers upon reorganization of that corps in 1917. The 2nd Pioneer Battalion was organized on December 22, 1915 and disbanded in March 1918.