WW2 Canadian Merchant Navy Chief Officers Cuff Rank Insignia Single

This listing features a single Chief Officer’s cuff rank insignia from the World War II-era Canadian Merchant Navy. The insignia consists of gold bullion wire embroidery on black wool backing, designed to be sewn onto the cuff of the officer’s uniform. It is characterized by three narrow gold stripes with a loop, denoting the rank of Chief Officer, which was the second-highest officer rank onboard a merchant vessel, subordinate only to the Captain. During WWII, the Canadian Merchant Navy played a significant role in supporting Allied operations by transporting troops, supplies, and equipment across dangerous sea routes. The uniform insignia served both practical and hierarchal functions, allowing crew members and others to identify rank and authority within the chain of command. This particular insignia represents an important aspect of Canadian maritime history and WWII naval uniforms, reflecting the service and structure of the wartime merchant fleet.