WW1 Canadian CEF 4th Division Patch Insignia Single

The WW1 Canadian CEF 4th Division Patch Insignia Single is an original militaria item representing service in the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. This formation patch signified membership in the 4th Canadian Division, which was formed in 1916 and participated in major battles on the Western Front, including the Battle of Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele. The patch typically consists of a colored felt or cloth rectangle, with colors and shapes corresponding to division and brigade assignments. Insignia such as this were worn on the upper sleeves of the military tunic, enabling identification of a soldier’s division among allied forces. The practice of using colored division patches was introduced in 1916 and became standard across Canadian corps. Such insignia are valued for their historical association with the organizational structure and operations of the CEF. This artifact offers a tangible example of Canadian military identity during the Great War.