2019.2.4

Window Valance, 99th Battalion Canada Essex Overseas

(1916)

Carved wooden window valance with 99th Battalion Canada Essex Overseas badge. The 99th Bn was the second battalion to be raised in Windsor - Essex County. Formed in late 1915, sent overseas in 1916. It was sent to the Western Front in 1916 but was broken up as reinforcements for units aready fighting in the Western front.

Details

History Date1916
Kind Art
LocationTilston → Officers' Mess Longroom
MaterialsWood
DimensionsNone
Old Accession NumberT19.2.4