WW1 Canadian CEF 124th Battalion Guilt Officers Shoulder Numbers Pair

The WW1 Canadian CEF 124th Battalion Gilt Officers Shoulder Numbers Pair is a set of military insignia from the First World War era. Crafted meticulously, it was used by officers in the 124th Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF). The pair comprises two number plate badges indicating the officer’s rank and unit. These gilt badges, containing numerical identifiers, are made of metal coated in a thin layer of gold, displaying a luminous sheen. They were traditionally affixed to the shoulder sections of an officer’s uniform. The 124th Battalion, also known as the Governor General’s Body Guard, was an infantry battalion that made significant contributions on the Western Front. The shoulder numbers symbolize not just the officer’s individual position, but also the collective history and valor of this distinguished battalion. Authentic pieces like this provide an intimate connection to Canada’s military past.