Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of 5 mm (w) x 11

5 mm (w) x 11 mm (h) ribbon bar bearing a star claso

and also original ink signature of Leader Ante Pavelić

glue and paper residue on the reverse from previous framing

edge wear at the top and bottom of the spine

numbered “92345” on the reverse

Canada. A Rare Second War Garrison Battalion Officer’s Cap Badge, 1942 United Republic of 5 mm (w) x 11The 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.