WW1 Canadian CEF 173rd Battalion Shoulder Title Insignia Single

The WW1 Canadian CEF 173rd Battalion Shoulder Title Insignia Single is an original metal badge worn by members of the 173rd Battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. The 173rd Battalion, also known as the Canadian Highlanders, was formed in Hamilton, Ontario, in 1916 and was primarily composed of volunteers from the region. The shoulder title is constructed in a curved format and typically features the stamped characters “173” above “CANADA,” denoting the battalion number and national affiliation. These insignia were designed to be attached to the upper sleeve of the military uniform, serving as an identifier of the wearer’s unit within the CEF. The metal construction and specific battalion numbering are characteristic features of unit shoulder titles issued during this period. Such insignia provide historical context about Canadian military organization and unit structure during the First World War.