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.

Heritage & History

Cheshire Regiment cap badge — eight-pointed star with acorn and oak leaves, officially licensed by the Ministry of Defence

The Cheshire Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symbo...

A research-backed guide to the Cheshire Regiment cap badge — its eight-pointed star, oak leaf tradition, Dettingen connection, and what collectors should know when identifying genuine examples.

The Cheshire Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symbo...

A research-backed guide to the Cheshire Regiment cap badge — its eight-pointed star, oak leaf tradition, Dettingen connection, and what collectors should know when identifying genuine examples.

Mercian Regiment cap badge featuring double-headed eagle and Saxon crown

The Mercian Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symbol...

A detailed guide to the Mercian Regiment cap badge — exploring the heraldic symbolism of the double-headed Mercian Eagle and Saxon Crown, the regiment's Anglo-Saxon heritage, and what collectors should...

The Mercian Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symbol...

A detailed guide to the Mercian Regiment cap badge — exploring the heraldic symbolism of the double-headed Mercian Eagle and Saxon Crown, the regiment's Anglo-Saxon heritage, and what collectors should...

King's Own Royal Border Regiment cap badge — Lion of England within laurel wreath, surmounted by Queen's Crown, on red diamond backing

The King's Own Royal Border Regiment Cap Badge:...

A detailed guide to the King's Own Royal Border Regiment cap badge — covering the regiment's formation in 1959, the badge adopted in 1970, its heraldic elements, operational history, and...

The King's Own Royal Border Regiment Cap Badge:...

A detailed guide to the King's Own Royal Border Regiment cap badge — covering the regiment's formation in 1959, the badge adopted in 1970, its heraldic elements, operational history, and...

Light Infantry cap badge — silver stringed bugle horn on red backing, officially licensed reproduction

The Light Infantry Cap Badge: History, Symbolis...

The Light Infantry cap badge — a silver stringed bugle horn on a distinctive red backing — represents nearly four decades of service and centuries of inherited light infantry tradition....

The Light Infantry Cap Badge: History, Symbolis...

The Light Infantry cap badge — a silver stringed bugle horn on a distinctive red backing — represents nearly four decades of service and centuries of inherited light infantry tradition....

The Rifles cap badge — silver strung bugle horn surmounted by the Royal Crown, officially licensed

The Rifles Cap Badge: History, Symbolism & Meaning

An authoritative guide to The Rifles cap badge — its design, heraldic symbolism, Golden Threads, operational heritage and collector guidance, researched to museum standard.

The Rifles Cap Badge: History, Symbolism & Meaning

An authoritative guide to The Rifles cap badge — its design, heraldic symbolism, Golden Threads, operational heritage and collector guidance, researched to museum standard.

The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment cap badge — gilding metal, dead gilt and burnished finish, featuring the Red Rose of Lancaster charged with the Royal Crown within a Fontenoy Laurel Wreath, with the motto Nec Aspera Terrent on a scroll beneath.

The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment Cap Badge: His...

A comprehensive guide to the cap badge of The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (King's, Lancashire and Border) — covering its history, heraldic symbolism, the Army Dress Committee's documented role in...

The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment Cap Badge: His...

A comprehensive guide to the cap badge of The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (King's, Lancashire and Border) — covering its history, heraldic symbolism, the Army Dress Committee's documented role in...