WW2 Canadian Rifle Regiment Dark Green Housewife

The WW2 Canadian Rifle Regiment Dark Green Housewife is a standard-issue sewing kit provided to Canadian soldiers during the Second World War. Commonly referred to as a “housewife” in military terminology, this compact kit was designed for personal maintenance and small uniform repairs in the field. The dark green fabric cover indicates its association with rifle regiments, aligning with regimental colors for identification and uniformity. Inside, the housewife typically contains sewing needles, thread in regimental colors or standard black and white, spare buttons, and safety pins, though the completeness of the contents may vary. Issued as part of a soldier’s personal equipment, these kits were essential for maintaining garments and extending their service life under challenging conditions. The WW2 Canadian Rifle Regiment housewife is now a collectible item, valued for its connection to the daily experiences of Canadian infantrymen and its representation of standard logistical provisions during the conflict.