WW1 Canadian CEF 26th Battalion New Brunswick Regiment Brass Button

The WW1 Canadian CEF 26th Battalion New Brunswick Regiment Brass Button is an original uniform component issued to soldiers of the 26th Battalion during the First World War. The button is constructed from brass with a rounded, domed profile, featuring the regimental insignia and pertinent identification marks. The 26th Battalion, part of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF), was formed in New Brunswick and served primarily on the Western Front from 1915 to 1918. Buttons of this type were used on tunics and greatcoats, indicating regimental affiliation and contributing to unit identity. Typical characteristics include detailed relief of the unit emblem, a shank on the reverse for attachment, and occasional manufacturer’s marks. The brass composition was chosen for durability and ease of maintenance in field conditions. Such buttons represent a tangible link to the personal equipment of Canadian soldiers during the Great War, reflecting both military and regional heritage.