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The WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Layer 3rd Class Trade Patch is an original issue insignia used by the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War. This patch was awarded to sailors qualified in the trade of “Layer,” a naval gunnery specialty responsible for aligning and firing shipboard artillery accurately. As a 3rd Class Trade badge, it denotes the entry-level proficiency in this specialization. The patch typically features specific embroidered symbols or insignia as dictated by wartime regulations, and was intended for wear on naval uniforms as a visible indicator of the sailor’s training and role. Such patches formed an integral part of identification and rank structure within the RCN, helping to distinguish various trades and levels of expertise among enlisted personnel. This artifact provides a tangible example of Canadian naval history and the organization of wartime personnel and skills. Dimensions, cloth type, and stitch style conform to official patterns issued between 1939 and 1945.
WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Layer 3rd Class Trade Patch
$10.00
The WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Layer 3rd Class Trade Patch is a wartime insignia awarded to Royal Canadian Navy personnel qualified in the trade of “Layer” at the third class level. During the Second World War, the term “Layer” referred to a sailor trained to operate and align naval guns for accurate targeting. This trade patch was worn on the uniform to signify the wearer’s specialized
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