WW1 Canadian CEF 49th Battalion Cap Badge

The WW1 Canadian CEF 49th Battalion Cap Badge is a piece of military insignia issued to members of the 49th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, during the First World War. Manufactured in brass, the badge features a maple leaf design, symbolic of Canada, with the numeral “49” prominently displayed at the center. Surrounding the numeral, banners include the battalion name and “Canada,” underscoring its national affiliation. The badge was intended for wear on the service cap, serving as a means of identification within the military hierarchy. The 49th Battalion was raised in Edmonton, Alberta, in 1914 and saw active service on the Western Front. Cap badges such as this one formed an important part of the soldier’s uniform, reflecting both regimental pride and organizational structure. The reverse of the badge typically includes either a lug or slider fitting for attachment. This item represents a tangible connection to Canadian military history during the First World War.