WW2 Canadian 6th Duke of Connaught Royal Canadian Hussars Cap Badge

The WW2 Canadian 6th Duke of Connaught Royal Canadian Hussars Cap Badge is a metal insignia issued to members of this historic cavalry regiment during the Second World War. The badge typically features the regimental crest, incorporating the Duke of Connaught’s coronet above interlaced script initials, with elements referencing the regimental title and heritage. Constructed primarily from brass or bi-metal, the badge was designed to be worn on the peaked service cap, distinguishing personnel of the 6th Duke of Connaught’s Royal Canadian Hussars within the Canadian Army. Founded in the 19th century, the regiment played a key role in armoured and reconnaissance duties during WW2. Cap badges such as this one serve as both identification and a symbol of regimental pride. The piece reflects typical Canadian military insignia design and manufacturing standards of the period, and is of interest to collectors of Commonwealth and World War II military artifacts.