Canadian RCAF Camp Borden Sweetheart Pillowcase 18″ X 18″ (1)

This Canadian RCAF Camp Borden Sweetheart Pillowcase measures approximately 18 inches by 18 inches. It is a textile item commonly sent as a keepsake by service members during their time at military bases. The pillowcase features designs and motifs associated with the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and specifically references Camp Borden, an important Canadian military training facility established in 1916 in Ontario. Sweetheart pillowcases were popular during the early to mid-20th century, particularly during World War II, serving as sentimental gifts for loved ones at home. Typically constructed of rayon or satin-like materials, these pillowcases often display decorative fringe, regimental crests, insignia, and printed messages. This example offers historical insight into wartime traditions and personal correspondence between military personnel and their families. Such items are of interest for collectors of Canadian militaria and those studying the social history of military service in Canada.