WW1 Canadian CEF 120th Battalion Collar Insignia Single

The WW1 Canadian CEF 120th Battalion Collar Insignia is a single piece of uniform insignia issued to members of the 120th Battalion, part of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. The battalion, also known as the 120th City of Hamilton Battalion, was raised in Hamilton, Ontario, and was active between 1915 and 1917 before being absorbed into reserve units. This collar insignia is constructed of metal, typically featuring a maple leaf design with the unit number “120” prominently displayed, along with “Overseas Battalion” and “Canada” inscriptions. Measuring approximately 1 inch in height, it was worn on the collar of the service dress uniform to denote battalion affiliation. Items such as this insignia are representative of the identification methods used within the CEF, contributing to unit cohesion and organizational structure during the war. This example is a single, not a paired set, offered as an individual artifact.