WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Leading Seaman Trade Patch

The WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Leading Seaman Trade Patch is an original insignia used by the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War. This patch was worn on the uniform of enlisted naval personnel who held the rank of Leading Seaman, a key non-commissioned position. The patch typically features a distinctive anchor emblem, often embroidered in gold or yellow thread on a dark blue or black wool background, reflecting traditional naval colors. Its size and stitching methods were regulated to ensure uniform appearance across the service. The Leading Seaman rank indicated advanced seamanship skills and leadership responsibilities, serving as a bridge between junior ratings and petty officers. These patches were usually sewn onto the upper sleeve of the naval jumper or work uniform. Collectors and historians value such items for their historical significance and their role in representing the structure and heritage of the Canadian naval forces during the Second World War.