249th ( Saskatchewan ) Battalion WW1 CEF Canadian Brass Shoulder Title

A scarce battalion shoulder title to the 249th " Heads Up " Battalion. Two original lugs to the reverse. Circa 3.3cm wide and 1.3cm tall. Some tarnish but will clean up.


The unit began recruiting in the autumn of 1916 throughout the province of Saskatchewan. After sailing to England in March 1918, the battalion was absorbed into the 15th Reserve Battalion, CEF upon arrival. The 249th Battalion, CEF had one Officer Commanding: Lieut-Col. C. B. Keenlyside.

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Code: 57425