WW1 Canadian CEF Good Conduct Stripe Insignia Single

The WW1 Canadian CEF Good Conduct Stripe Insignia Single is an authentic piece of military insignia awarded to members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War. This stripe, typically rendered in red worsted cloth, was sewn onto the lower sleeve of a soldier’s service dress uniform to denote a period of exemplary service, usually for every two years without disciplinary infractions. The insignia reflects a system inherited from British military traditions, designed to recognize and encourage good behavior among enlisted personnel. A single stripe indicates the recipient’s completion of one qualifying period of good conduct. These stripes were commonly worn by non-commissioned ranks and are distinguished by their angled chevron shape. As an original artifact, the insignia provides insight into the recognition of discipline and service within the CEF during the 1914-1918 conflict. It holds significance for military historians and collectors of Canadian military memorabilia.