WW1 Canadian CEF CANADA Shoulder Titles Insignia Pair

This pair of WW1 Canadian CEF Canada Shoulder Titles Insignia represents standard-issue military identification used by members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. Each title features the word “CANADA” in uppercase letters, crafted from brass. Designed to be worn on the shoulder straps of service uniforms, these insignia identified personnel as members of the Canadian contingent within the wider British Commonwealth forces. The titles typically measure approximately 50 mm in length by 15 mm in height and are constructed with two lugs on the reverse for attachment. Issued to all ranks, the shoulder titles served both functional and organizational purposes, helping to distinguish Canadian soldiers from other allied troops. The design remained consistent throughout the war, reflecting the standardization efforts of the Canadian military. This pair offers insight into the uniform insignia practices of the period and the role of identification within early 20th-century military organizations.