Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of and also original ink signature

and also original ink signature of Leader Ante Pavelić

surmounted by a gilded laurel wreath with surmounted ring suspension

or 9 x 5 1/2 inches)

edge wear at the top and bottom of the spine

It celebrated its regimental centenary in 1969

Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of and also original ink signatureThe 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.