Germany, SS. A First Pattern Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia Newly Listed as well as matching patches

as well as matching patches on each sleeve for Technician Fifth Grade (T/5 or Tech 5)

inscribed "MEMORIAL CANADIAN ARMY" above

the battalion was surprised by a charge from French cavalry—likely Jacquinot’s lancers—while still deploying from column

The insignia measures 64 mm (w) x 42 mm (h) overall

1903 and held the post with that ship until November 1905

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia Newly Listed as well as matching patches(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 32. 62 mm (w) x 28. 61 mm (h), weighing 3. 2 grams, an early variant in extremely fine condition.