WW2 Canadian Infantry Corps Shoulder Title Insignia

The WW2 Canadian Infantry Corps Shoulder Title Insignia is a cloth badge worn by members of the Canadian Infantry Corps during the Second World War. This insignia consists of a rectangular piece of khaki or dark green wool or canvas, with the words “INFANTRY CORPS” embroidered in red or white thread, depending on the manufacturing batch and period issued. The shoulder title was typically sewn onto the upper sleeve of the battledress jacket and served as a visible identifier of corps affiliation. Instituted after the formation of the Canadian Infantry Corps in 1942, these titles were standard issue for regular and reserve members serving in various battalions at home and overseas. The design and construction adhered to wartime specifications set by Canadian military authorities. Original examples may show variations in stitching and fabric, reflecting contract differences from wartime production. This insignia remains of particular interest to collectors and historians of Canadian military uniforms and World War II memorabilia.