Canadian Army 2 Year Service Stripe

The Canadian Army 2 Year Service Stripe is an insignia issued to recognize two years of efficient service in the Canadian Army. Typically worn on the lower sleeve of the service dress uniform, this cloth stripe served as a visible marker of a soldier’s length of service. The stripe is made from coloured thread, often gold or yellow, and sewn onto an olive drab or similar background to match standard battledress fabric. The design consists of a single diagonal bar, with each stripe representing two completed years of service. Commonly found on uniforms from the World War II era and later, service stripes form an important part of Canadian military dress regulations. Their presence assists in identifying the experience and commitment of personnel at a glance. This item is of particular relevance to collectors, historians, and those studying Canadian military traditions and uniform evolution throughout the twentieth century.