WW1 Canadian CEF 83rd Joliette Officer’s Shoulder Rank Tunic

The WW1 Canadian CEF 83rd Joliette Officer’s Shoulder Rank Tunic is a uniform jacket attributed to an officer of the 83rd Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), formed during the First World War. The tunic is typically constructed of heavy khaki wool serge and features rank insignia on the shoulders, a practice distinguishing officers from enlisted men during the period. Design elements include a notched collar, chest and skirt pockets with flaps, and Canadian military brass buttons. The lining is commonly of cotton or similar sturdy material. The 83rd Battalion, based in Joliette, Quebec, was part of the initial mobilization of Canadian forces and contributed personnel to the Western Front. Such tunics are representative of Canadian officer uniforms issued between 1914 and 1918, reflecting both British military influences and specific CEF distinctions. This artifact provides insight into the dress regulations and organizational structure of Canada’s contribution to the Great War.