WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Engineering Mechanic Trade Patch 1

The WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Engineering Mechanic Trade Patch is an original insignia worn by members of the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War. Designed to designate the role of Engineering Mechanic, this patch was typically sewn onto the uniform sleeve. The trade badge features an embroidered propeller motif, symbolizing the engineering and mechanical responsibilities of the wearer, such as maintenance and repair of shipboard machinery. Patches of this type were an essential part of naval uniform protocol, helping to identify specialized skills and qualifications within the crew structure. Constructed from period materials, the patch reflects the standard dimensions and design conventions implemented by the RCN during the 1939–1945 period. Items like this are of particular interest to collectors, historians, and those researching Canadian military uniforms, as they represent the significance of technical trades in supporting naval operations during wartime.