WW2 British 2nd King Edward the 7th Own Gurkha Rifles Cap Badge

The WW2 British 2nd King Edward VII’s Own Gurkha Rifles Cap Badge represents the insignia worn by members of the distinguished Gurkha regiment during the Second World War. This badge typically features the crossed kukris, a central motif associated with Gurkha units, and is often surmounted by a crown. The title scroll generally bears the regiment’s name: “2nd King Edward VII’s Own Gurkha Rifles (The Sirmoor Rifles).” Produced in brass for other ranks, the badge is designed to be affixed to the headgear, such as the service cap or beret. Gurkha soldiers, recruited primarily from Nepal, served with distinction throughout the British Army, especially noted for their contributions across various WWII campaigns. Cap badges such as this one provide tangible links to the history, heritage, and identity of specific military units within the British Army during the period of 1939–1945.