Royal Canadian Engineers RCE Officer’s Blue Patrol Jacket

The Royal Canadian Engineers (RCE) Officer’s Blue Patrol Jacket is a formal uniform component used by commissioned officers of the RCE. This jacket is tailored from dark blue wool and features a high-stand collar and concealed front closure, consistent with traditional British and Commonwealth military dress regulations. Distinctive elements include gilt RCE buttons, shoulder boards, and piping that denote officer rank and service affiliation. The lining is typically produced in a contrasting color for comfort and durability. Designed for ceremonial and semi-formal occasions, the blue patrol jacket served as an intermediary dress option, standing between full dress and service dress uniforms. It reflects the long-standing traditions of military engineering corps within the Canadian Armed Forces and highlights the influence of British military fashion. This item is of interest to collectors and historians specializing in Canadian military attire, late 20th-century uniforms, or engineering corps memorabilia. No insignia or medals are included unless otherwise specified.