British Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders Cap Badge

The British Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders Cap Badge is a distinctive military insignia historically worn by members of the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders regiment of the British Army. Typically made of brass or white metal, the badge features a thistle wreath encircling the St. Andrew’s Cross, topped by a crown. At the center, a stag’s head is depicted, referencing the regiment’s Scottish heritage. The regiment was originally raised in 1793 and was formally known as the 79th Regiment of Foot before adopting the Cameron Highlanders title. The cap badge design reflects both regimental and national Scottish symbolism. Worn on the regimental headdress, this badge signified the wearer’s affiliation and played a functional role in military identification. The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders served in various conflicts, including both World Wars, until their amalgamation into The Queen’s Own Highlanders in 1961. This cap badge represents an important piece of British military history and tradition.