Austria-Hungary, Imperial. A K.u.k. Kraftfahrtruppe Cap Badge GTRexclude with long period ribbon

with long period ribbon

the reverse marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code “M/183” for Schmal & Schulz

7 mm inclusive of its silver and red enamelled crescent moon and star suspension

Kirkham was an Acting Lance Corporal with the 50th Infantry Battalion "Calgary Regiment" when he was Killed in Action on October 22

It was initially composed of German settlers in the Shanandoah Valley and over the years

Austria-Hungary, Imperial. A K.u.k. Kraftfahrtruppe Cap Badge GTRexclude with long period ribbon(Kappenabzeichen). An octagonal badge, the obverse presenting a motor car, insignia, and crown, with the dates 1914 1916, the reverse presenting a horizontal pinback, measuring 38. 36 mm (w) x 38. 06 mm (h), and in good condition.