WW2 Canadian 2nd Division Patches Insignia Pair

The WW2 Canadian 2nd Division Patches Insignia Pair consists of two cloth formation patches originally worn by members of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division during the Second World War. These insignia typically feature a red felt or wool diamond, often measuring approximately 2.5 by 2.5 inches. The distinctive diamond shape and color identified the division within the Canadian Expeditionary Force and distinguished it from other military formations. The 2nd Canadian Division played a significant role in major operations, including the Dieppe Raid and the Normandy Campaign. These patches would have been sewn onto the upper sleeves of battledress uniforms and served as an important element of unit identity and esprit de corps. Items such as these provide insight into the organizational structure and visual identification methods used by the Canadian Army during the conflict. This pair is representative of the standard issue insignia worn by division members between 1939 and 1945.