Canadian Militia 9th Mississauga Horse Shoulder Title Insignia Single

The Canadian Militia 9th Mississauga Horse Shoulder Title Insignia Single is an authentic military insignia associated with the 9th Mississauga Horse, a cavalry regiment within the Non-Permanent Active Militia of Canada. Established in Ontario in the early 20th century, the regiment later became part of The Ontario Regiment (RCAC). This shoulder title insignia is made of metal and was typically worn on the upper uniform sleeve to identify regimental affiliation. It features the distinctive unit wording, often stamped or cast in brass or white metal, designed to be attached to the uniform with lugs and split pins on the reverse. Items such as this were standard issue during the pre-First World War and interwar periods, reflecting organizational practices following British military traditions. Shoulder titles served both practical and ceremonial roles, aiding in unit identification within the broader structure of the Canadian Militia. This insignia represents a specific piece of Canadian military heritage relating to cavalry forces.