WW2 Canadian Army 1939 Service Stripe

The WW2 Canadian Army 1939 Service Stripe is a period uniform insignia awarded to Canadian military personnel during the Second World War. This stripe, typically constructed from khaki wool or cotton material, was designed to be sewn onto the lower sleeve of a service dress jacket. The stripe represents one year of service, with the 1939 designation indicating recognition of service from the initial year of the war. Service stripes were used throughout the Commonwealth as tangible acknowledgment of continuous service, and their presence on a uniform provided visual evidence of a soldier’s commitment and experience. The stripe generally features straight, narrow construction with reinforced stitching at either end for durability. Collectors and historians identify these items by their specific year of issue and style, which can vary slightly depending on manufacturer and period regulations. The 1939 service stripe forms part of broader Canadian Army uniform insignia used during the conflict.