WW2 Canadian Armoured Corps Cap Badge

The WW2 Canadian Armoured Corps Cap Badge is an original insignia issued to members of the Canadian Armoured Corps during the Second World War. The badge typically features a crowned tank positioned centrally, symbolizing the mechanized warfare capabilities of the corps. Below or around the tank, a scroll generally bears the corps’ designation, such as “Canadian Armoured Corps.” Constructed from brass or white metal, the badge measures approximately 45 mm in height and displays a lug or slider fastening on the reverse for attachment to military headgear. Issued from the early 1940s, this cap badge identified personnel specializing in armored vehicle operations and was worn by members of tank regiments and related units. Its design reflects the evolution of cavalry into mechanized forces and marks a significant period in Canadian military history. Variations in detail and manufacture exist, reflecting different wartime suppliers and production runs.