WW2 Canadian R22E Vandoos Cap Badge

The WW2 Canadian R22E Vandoos Cap Badge represents the Royal 22e Régiment, an infantry regiment of the Canadian Army primarily composed of French-speaking soldiers from Quebec. This cap badge was worn by members of the regiment during the Second World War as part of their standard uniform. It typically features the regiment’s distinctive insignia, which includes the royal crown, beaver, and scrolls bearing the regimental name. The badge is constructed from brass, with design elements that reflect Canadian heritage and military tradition. The Royal 22e Régiment, commonly known as the “Vandoos” (a phonetic rendering of “vingt-deux” in French, meaning twenty-two), played a notable role in several major campaigns during World War II, serving with distinction in the Italian Campaign and Northwest Europe. Cap badges like this one are valued for their historical connection to Canadian military history and the contribution of French-Canadian soldiers during the conflict.