WW2 British RN Navy 1 Year Overseas Service Stripe

The WW2 British Royal Navy (RN) 1 Year Overseas Service Stripe is an original insignia awarded to naval personnel who completed one year of service overseas during the Second World War. The stripe is constructed from gold lace, typically measuring approximately 2 inches in length, and is designed to be sewn onto the lower sleeve of the uniform. Each stripe denotes an additional year of overseas service, with the stripes positioned diagonally on the left sleeve. These service stripes served as official recognition of long-term commitment and duty in foreign stations under wartime conditions. The practice reflected similar traditions in other branches of the British Armed Forces, signifying valuable and sustained overseas deployment. The item remains a tangible piece of wartime uniform history, often collected by military historians and enthusiasts focusing on British Royal Navy memorabilia. This example is intended for display or collection as part of broader World War II military heritage.