Austro-Hungarian Empire. A Krakow Fortress Cap Badge Archive 5 Manning Depot in Lachine

5 Manning Depot in Lachine Quebec on March 3rd

The shako is enhanced by its period

43RD REGT) Officially impressed in large block capitals

production seal on the inside at the base maker marked "SIMPSON

A die-stamped bronzed metal commemorating the 197th Bann’s deployment sportfest

Austro-Hungarian Empire. A Krakow Fortress Cap Badge Archive 5 Manning Depot in LachineIn silvered tombac; with two hooks on the reverse for cap attachment; depicting a rightward facing bust of Kaiser Franz Joseph; maker marked K. Korschmann on the obverse; measuring 40 mm x 35 mm; better than fine condition. Footnote: The Austro Hungarian Krakow Fortress was built between 1850 and 1856. It served as a fortification, and is still intact today.