WW2 17th Duke of York Royal Canadian Hussars Canvas Shoulder Title Insignia Single

This item is a single canvas shoulder title insignia originating from the 17th Duke of York’s Royal Canadian Hussars, a regiment of the Canadian Armoured Corps active during the Second World War. The insignia is constructed from khaki canvas with red embroidered lettering reading “17th DUKE OF YORK R.C.H.” It was designed to be sewn onto the upper sleeve of the uniform, denoting regimental affiliation. The 17th Duke of York’s Royal Canadian Hussars was part of Canada’s mobilization during World War II, serving in various capacities both at home and overseas. Shoulder titles such as this were standard issue for identification and esprit de corps within Commonwealth forces. The canvas material is typical of wartime Canadian manufacture, reflecting resource constraints that favored practicality and durability. This single shoulder title represents a tangible link to the unit’s history and the broader context of Canadian armored forces during the conflict.