WW2 Canadian RCN Navy Wool Sweater

This item is a World War II Canadian Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) wool sweater, issued as part of the official naval uniform. Constructed from heavy, navy blue wool, the sweater was designed to provide warmth and durability while serving in cold maritime conditions. Standard features include a ribbed crew neck, cuffs, and waistband, as well as reinforcement at the shoulders and elbows for additional wear resistance. These sweaters were typically worn underneath naval jackets and over shirts during daily shipboard and outdoor duties. The RCN wool sweater forms part of the broader range of clothing and equipment supplied to Canadian naval personnel throughout the Second World War. Original examples display period-appropriate construction methods and materials, occasionally marked with broad arrow or Canadian military property stamps. The enduring design reflects attention to the practical requirements of naval service. Such garments are considered representative artifacts of Canadian military uniforms from the 1939–1945 period.