Canadian 2nd Dragoons Chaplain Officer’s Commission Dated 1921

This item is an original officer’s commission document for a chaplain serving with the Canadian 2nd Dragoons, dated 1921. The commission formally appoints an individual to the position of chaplain within this Canadian cavalry regiment, reflecting the post-First World War period in which the 2nd Dragoons continued to serve as a unit of Canada’s Non-Permanent Active Militia. The document is printed and completed in ink, bearing official signatures and period-appropriate government embossing or seals, as commonly found on such certificates. Officer commissions such as this outlined the holder’s responsibilities and provided legal authority for the role within the military structure. The 2nd Dragoons, originally established in the 19th century, played a key role in both domestic duties and training during its existence. Chaplains held important positions, providing spiritual and moral support to soldiers. This commission serves as a representative example of Canadian military administrative practice from the early 20th century.