The WW2 Canadian RCEME Plaque measures 13 inches by 9 1/2 inches and represents the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RCEME), a branch of the Canadian military established during World War II. The RCEME was formed in 1944 to consolidate and manage the maintenance, recovery, and technical support of Canadian Army vehicles and equipment. The plaque typically features the RCEME badge, which incorporates elements such as a crowned horse, a lightning bolt, and a chain, symbolizing mobility, technical prowess, and strength. Constructed from durable materials commonly used during the period, such plaques would have been displayed in military offices, unit headquarters, or workshops as an official insignia of the corps’ identity. This item provides historical insight into the organizational structure and support functions of the Canadian armed forces during the Second World War and illustrates the importance of technical branches in modern military operations.






