WW2 Canadian Women’s Army Corps CWAC CANADA Shoulder Titles Insignia Pair

The WW2 Canadian Women’s Army Corps (CWAC) CANADA Shoulder Titles Insignia Pair consists of two original cloth insignia worn by members of the CWAC during the Second World War. Introduced in 1941, the CWAC was established to allow women to serve in non-combat roles within the Canadian Army, contributing to the overall war effort both at home and overseas. These shoulder titles, typically manufactured from khaki wool with “CWAC” and “CANADA” embroidered in red thread, were sewn onto the upper sleeves of uniforms to indicate the wearer’s affiliation and nationality. Measuring approximately 10 cm in length, these insignia are a key element of CWAC uniforms from the period. Their design and construction reflect the standard military practices of the time. Items such as these provide tangible evidence of the evolving role of women in Canada’s armed forces during World War II.