WW2 British Royal Marines Light Infantry RMLI Cap Badge

The WW2 British Royal Marines Light Infantry (RMLI) Cap Badge is a metal insignia issued to members of the Royal Marines Light Infantry during the Second World War. The badge features the traditional Globe and Laurel design, surmounted by a crown, with a scroll beneath bearing the unit’s motto “Gibraltar.” The construct is typically made from brass or a similar alloy, intended for wear on berets or service caps as part of the standard uniform. The design reflects the unit’s heritage and battle honors, incorporating symbols that reference the Royal Marines’ distinguished service history. Cap badges such as this served as a means of regimental identification and pride. The RMLI badge is representative of those worn by personnel throughout WW2 and embodies the traditions and iconography associated with British military heraldry of the period. The item is of interest to collectors of military memorabilia and historians specializing in British forces.