WW2 British Parachute Regiment Officer’s Collar Insignia Single

The WW2 British Parachute Regiment Officer’s Collar Insignia Single is an original uniform item used during the Second World War by officers serving in the Parachute Regiment of the British Army. Typically worn on the collar of the service dress or battledress jacket, this insignia features the well-known winged parachute motif, which denotes affiliation with airborne forces. Constructed from metal, often with a bronzed or gilt finish, the insignia measures approximately 30mm in width, though variations exist depending on specific wartime contracts or manufacturing periods. Attachment is usually achieved through lugs or a slider on the reverse, allowing for secure fitting to the uniform. Collar insignia were worn in matched pairs by officers, with this individual item representing a single piece from such a set. The Parachute Regiment was established in 1942, and its insignia is distinctive within British military heraldry, symbolizing airborne service during the conflict.