The Stories Behind Britain's Military Badges

Welcome to Heritage & History, where we explore the stories behind Britain's most iconic military cap badges, regiments, and emblems. From the symbolism of historic insignia to the proud traditions of the British Armed Forces, our articles celebrate the service, sacrifice, and heritage of the men and women who have worn them. Whether you're a veteran, serving member, collector, family historian, or military enthusiast, you'll find fascinating insights into the badges and regimental histories that continue to inspire generations.

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Royal Hampshire Regiment cap badge history, symbolism and meaning

The Royal Hampshire Regiment Cap Badge: History...

The Royal Hampshire Regiment combined the 37th Foot's Hampshire Rose with the 67th Foot's Royal Bengal Tiger. This guide covers its formation, Victoria Cross heritage, Minden Day, cap badge development,...

The Royal Hampshire Regiment Cap Badge: History...

The Royal Hampshire Regiment combined the 37th Foot's Hampshire Rose with the 67th Foot's Royal Bengal Tiger. This guide covers its formation, Victoria Cross heritage, Minden Day, cap badge development,...

Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment cap badge history, symbolism and meaning

The Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltsh...

The Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment combined Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire traditions in one short-lived but distinctive regiment. This guide covers its formation, cap badge, Brandywine Flash, back badge,...

The Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltsh...

The Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment combined Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire traditions in one short-lived but distinctive regiment. This guide covers its formation, cap badge, Brandywine Flash, back badge,...

Royal Logistic Corps cap badge – history, symbolism and meaning

Royal Logistic Corps: History, Cap Badge, Tradi...

A detailed history of the Royal Logistic Corps, covering its five forming organisations, formation under Options for Change in 1993, operations in the Balkans, Iraq and Afghanistan, cap badge symbolism,...

Royal Logistic Corps: History, Cap Badge, Tradi...

A detailed history of the Royal Logistic Corps, covering its five forming organisations, formation under Options for Change in 1993, operations in the Balkans, Iraq and Afghanistan, cap badge symbolism,...

Royal Corps of Transport heritage and history banner featuring transport vehicles and cap badge

Royal Corps of Transport: History, Cap Badge, T...

A detailed history of the Royal Corps of Transport, tracing its RASC and Royal Engineers ancestry, formation in 1965, operational service, cap badge, traditions, Victoria Cross heritage and formation of...

Royal Corps of Transport: History, Cap Badge, T...

A detailed history of the Royal Corps of Transport, tracing its RASC and Royal Engineers ancestry, formation in 1965, operational service, cap badge, traditions, Victoria Cross heritage and formation of...

The Blues and Royals heritage and history banner featuring mounted cavalry, the Waterloo Eagle and regimental cap badge

The Blues and Royals: History, Cap Badge, Water...

A researched history of The Blues and Royals from their 1969 formation and Royal Horse Guards/Royal Dragoons ancestry through the Waterloo Eagle, Falklands service, Hyde Park, HCR operations, Standards and...

The Blues and Royals: History, Cap Badge, Water...

A researched history of The Blues and Royals from their 1969 formation and Royal Horse Guards/Royal Dragoons ancestry through the Waterloo Eagle, Falklands service, Hyde Park, HCR operations, Standards and...

Household Cavalry heritage and history banner featuring mounted Household Cavalry personnel and cap badge

The Household Cavalry: History, Cap Badge & Reg...

A researched history of the Household Cavalry as a combined corps: the Household Cavalry Composite Regiments, the 1992 HCR/HCMR structure, operational and mounted ceremonial service, Standards, the common cap badge,...

The Household Cavalry: History, Cap Badge & Reg...

A researched history of the Household Cavalry as a combined corps: the Household Cavalry Composite Regiments, the 1992 HCR/HCMR structure, operational and mounted ceremonial service, Standards, the common cap badge,...