WW2 British Combined Operations Trade Badge

The WW2 British Combined Operations Trade Badge is an insignia issued to personnel serving with Combined Operations units during the Second World War. Combined Operations comprised elements from the British Army, Royal Navy, and Royal Air Force, specializing in joint amphibious and commando operations. The badge features the Combined Operations emblem: an upright dagger flanked by an anchor and an eagle, representing the three military branches involved. Typically manufactured as a machine-embroidered patch in white on dark background cloth, it was worn on the lower sleeve of the service dress or battledress uniform. This badge signified specialized training and service in coordinated assaults, including notable operations such as the Dieppe Raid and D-Day landings. The insignia remains a distinctive artifact from the period, reflecting the collaborative approach adopted by British forces in response to complex wartime challenges.