This cap badge was the style worn during WWII by the Westminster Regiment.
The Westminster Regiment is an infantry regiment of Canada, it is based in New Westminster, British Columbia.
The Westminster Regiment fought with distinction in WWI, including the Battle of Vimy Ridge, The Somme and at Passchendaele. During WWII, they fought bravely in the Italian campaign.
Intriguing Connections:
- This regiment was formed in 1863 and was the first militia unit raised in the colony of British Columbia and intriguingly this therefore pre-dated the setting up of Canada as a nation, which did not occur until 1st July 1867, so what role did it play in this important period of Canadian history?
- Take a look at our Major Events theme for more information about the battles fought by the Westminster Regiment in WWI and WWII
- Browse the Artefacts, Objects and Documents theme for more cap badges
- or use our Locations, Maps and Indexes section
Useful Resources and sources: if you would like to find some further curated resources that will be useful to help you find out more about the Westminster Regiment, then take a look at Resources on Intriguing Family History/resources, use the links below and related posts suggested below.
Posted in 20th Century 1900-1999, THEMES Artifacts, objects and documents, History, British Army, World War I, North America, World War II, Military Memorabilia and Cap Badges, THEME Wars, battles and campaigns, Canada, Somme, Passchendale, LOCATION, Theme Major Events, TIMELINE, THEME History of Organisations
