8th Canadian Hussars Princess Louise’s Cap Badge

The 8th Canadian Hussars (Princess Louise’s) Cap Badge is an insignia worn by members of this Canadian armoured regiment. The unit traces its origins to 1848 in New Brunswick and is one of Canada’s oldest cavalry regiments. The badge typically features a scroll with the unit’s title, “8th Canadian Hussars (Princess Louise’s),” often surrounded by a wreath and surmounted by a crown. Central to many versions is the monogram or cypher representing Princess Louise, reflecting the regiment’s royal association. The cap badge would have been worn on the headdress as part of standard regimental dress, signifying membership and identity within the regiment. Materials commonly used include brass or bi-metal alloys, and there may be slight variations in design depending on the period of issue. Items such as this badge are collected for their historical military significance and as representations of Canadian regimental heritage.