Canada, CEF. A 197th Infantry Battalion "Scandinavian Overseas Battalion / Vikings of Canada" Cap Badge United Republic of The inventory describes a white

The inventory describes a white and green enamelled cross with “Our Loyal Band” in the inscription with the obverse bearing the coat of arms of the House of Circksena

measuring 20 mm (w) x 105 mm (l)

the obverse bearing a central monogram of Grand Duke Friedrich August

magnetic vertical needle style pin with a sheet metal catch and a round wire catch

Canada, CEF. A 197th Infantry Battalion "Scandinavian Overseas Battalion / Vikings of Canada" Cap Badge United Republic of The inventory describes a whiteIn pickled copper, voided, maker marked "R. J. INGLIS LIMITED" on the reverse, measuring 41 mm (w) x 37. 2 mm (h), both lugs intact, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Western Canada, with mobilization headquarters at Winnipeg, Manitoba under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed January 16, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel H. G. Forseca with a strength of 9 officers and