Canada, CEF. A 65th Infantry Battalion "Saskatchewan Battalion" Cap Badge, by R.J.Inglis Republic of the obverse consisting of a

the obverse consisting of a shield perforated with crossed swords and bearing enameled German

It is not made clear how he earned this distinction

He was posted as a Gunner to the 250th Battery

The letter addressed to his mother Anna reads: as the current address of your son Arno is unknown to us

Canada, CEF. A 65th Infantry Battalion "Saskatchewan Battalion" Cap Badge, by R.J.Inglis Republic of the obverse consisting of aIn pickled copper, voided, maker marked "R. J. INGLIS LIMITED" on the reverse, measuring 37. 3 mm (w) x 45 mm (h), both lugs intact, surface wear and contact marks evident on the obverse, better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan and Manitoba under the authority of G. O. 103A, August 15, 1915. The mobilization headquarters was at Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The Battalion sailed June 18, 1916 with a strength of 33 officers