WW2 British Royal Irish Fusiliers Cap Badge

The WW2 British Royal Irish Fusiliers Cap Badge is a distinct insignia worn by members of the Royal Irish Fusiliers regiment during the Second World War. This badge typically features the regimental emblem, which includes a flaming grenade with the Irish harp at its center, surmounted by a crown. Constructed from brass, the badge measures approximately 5 cm in height and was affixed to the service cap using lugs or a slider on the reverse. The Royal Irish Fusiliers, officially known as the Royal Irish Fusiliers (Princess Victoria’s), was an infantry regiment of the British Army with a notable history of service throughout both World Wars. Cap badges served to identify a soldier’s regiment and were an important element of military dress. This example reflects the wartime design variations used between 1939 and 1945, making it a relevant artifact for those studying British military insignia and regimental history.