Canadian Women’s Army Corps CWAC Warrant Officer Rank Insignia Pair

The Canadian Women’s Army Corps (CWAC) Warrant Officer Rank Insignia Pair consists of two matching cloth badges used by female personnel serving in the Canadian Army during the Second World War. Each insignia features the distinctive three chevrons surmounted by a crown, which denotes the rank of Warrant Officer. The badges are typically made from khaki or dark green wool, with the rank markings embroidered in colored thread appropriate to the period and branch regulations. The CWAC was established in 1941 to allow women to serve in non-combat roles, and members were assigned to a range of support and administrative duties within the Canadian military. Rank insignia such as this pair were worn on the uniform sleeve to indicate authority and position within the Corps. These insignia represent a significant development in Canadian military history, marking the increased participation and recognition of women in the armed forces during wartime.