WW1 Canadian Salvation Army Cap Badge

The WW1 Canadian Salvation Army Cap Badge is an original piece of military insignia issued during the First World War. This brass badge was worn by members of the Salvation Army who served with the Canadian Expeditionary Force, providing support roles such as supplying food, comfort, and medical aid to troops at the front. The badge typically features the Salvation Army crest, with a prominent star and the organization’s motto, “Blood and Fire,” surmounted by a crown, signifying loyalty to the Crown. Fastening is usually by lugs or a slider on the reverse, suitable for attachment to military headdress. The cap badge represents the important contribution of non-combatant organizations within the Canadian military during the conflict. Its design reflects the dual identity as both a faith-based service group and an active component within the broader Canadian war effort from 1914 to 1918. This artifact is of interest to collectors of Canadian and Salvation Army militaria.