WW1 Canadian CEF 1st Division CE Named 5 Button Div Patch Tunic

This WW1 Canadian CEF 1st Division CE Named 5 Button Div Patch Tunic is an original military uniform from the First World War. The tunic conforms to the standard 5-button pattern used by the Canadian Expeditionary Force, with features including wool construction, stand-and-fall collar, and pleated breast pockets. The garment displays the divisional patch for the 1st Canadian Division and bears the initials “CE,” indicating Chaplain Service. It is named to an individual, offering provenance and potential for further research into service history. The tunic includes period-correct insignia such as brass general service buttons and cloth formation patches. This type of uniform was worn by members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during active service, both overseas and at home, and reflects the standard-issue design typical of 1914–1918. The presence of personalized naming and division insignia provides insight into its operational context within the Canadian military during World War One.