WW1 British BEF Army Veterinary Corps Cap Badge

This item is a WW1 British BEF Army Veterinary Corps Cap Badge, a unique piece of military memorabilia. This cap badge was part of the uniform of the British Expeditionary Force’s (BEF) Army Veterinary Corps, which was responsible for the care of horses and other animals used in warfare. This badge is typically made of brass and features the emblem of the Veterinary Corps – a crowned horse’s head and a horseshoe. The intricately designed badge may also bear the motto ‘Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense’ (Shame be to him who thinks evil of it), a phrase derived from the Order of the Garter. The badge is typically fastened to the cap with a pin or slider attachment at the back. This piece is not only a significant emblem of service and duty, but also a poignant reminder of the vital role of animals in WW1.