WW2 British Royal Signals RS Slip-On Insignia Single

The WW2 British Royal Signals RS Slip-On Insignia Single is an original uniform item issued to personnel of the Royal Corps of Signals during the Second World War. This insignia consists of a cloth slip-on featuring the letters “RS,” denoting the wearer’s assignment to the Royal Signals, the branch responsible for military communications. The slip-on design allowed for quick attachment and removal, fitting over the shoulder strap of battledress or service dress tunics. Typically manufactured from khaki or green wool or cotton drill fabric, the lettering is usually embroidered or printed for durability and visibility. These slip-ons served both as a method of unit identification and as part of the standardized uniform regulations of the period. Items like this were standard issue for Royal Signals members and form a recognized element of wartime British military attire. This example represents typical insignia used by signal units throughout the conflict, reflecting contemporary material and design standards.