WW1 Canadian CEF 16th Battalion Number Shoulder Titles Insignia Pair

The WW1 Canadian CEF 16th Battalion Number Shoulder Titles Insignia Pair consists of two matching metal shoulder titles worn by members of the 16th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, during the First World War. The 16th Battalion, also known as the Canadian Scottish, was part of the 1st Canadian Division and saw service on the Western Front from 1915 to 1918. These shoulder titles are designed in a numerical “16” format, typically constructed from brass or another durable metal, and were attached to the uniform’s epaulets to identify regimental affiliation. Original insignia from this period were usually affixed via lugs or slider fittings on the reverse. Such titles served as a practical means of unit identification within the complex structure of the CEF. This pair represents a tangible link to the history of the 16th Battalion and the broader context of Canada’s military contributions during World War I.