WW2 Canadian The Princess of Wales’ Own Regiment PWOR Cap Badge

The Princess of Wales’ Own Regiment (PWOR) Cap Badge is a military insignia associated with a Canadian Primary Reserve infantry regiment established in Kingston, Ontario, in 1863. This WW2-era cap badge would have been worn by members of the PWOR during the Second World War as part of their dress uniform. The design typically features a central monogram or initials encircled by a wreath, surmounted by a crown, and may include the regiment’s motto on a scroll. Constructed from brass or similar metal alloys, the badge incorporates detailed die-struck elements indicative of the period’s manufacturing standards. During the Second World War, the PWOR contributed notably to Canada’s military efforts both as a home defence unit and by providing personnel to active service battalions overseas. The cap badge serves as an emblem of regimental identity and history, reflecting the traditions and heritage of the Princess of Wales’ Own Regiment within the context of Canadian military history.