WW2 Canadian Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Officer’s Tropical Jacket and Pants

This item is a World War II-era Canadian Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment officer’s tropical jacket and pants set. Designed for use in warm climates, the uniform is constructed from lightweight, breathable khaki cotton fabric. The jacket features two pleated breast pockets, two lower pockets, epaulettes, and a belted waist consistent with officer-grade attire of the period. The trousers are cut in a straight-leg style typical of Commonwealth tropical uniforms and include belt loops and side pockets. Both jacket and pants bear period-appropriate tailoring and closure details. The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment, an infantry unit of the Canadian Army, was active in several campaigns during WWII, including service in the Mediterranean theatre. Garments like this were issued to officers for operational use in environments such as Sicily and Italy, where standard wool uniforms were unsuitable. This uniform set offers an example of Canadian military dress adapted for overseas deployments during World War II.