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
The Coldstream Guards Cap Badge (CapStar): Hist...
The Coldstream Guards cap badge is one of the most distinctive pieces of British military insignia — a regiment formed in 1650, the Star of the Order of the Garter,...
The Coldstream Guards Cap Badge (CapStar): Hist...
The Coldstream Guards cap badge is one of the most distinctive pieces of British military insignia — a regiment formed in 1650, the Star of the Order of the Garter,...
The Parachute Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symb...
A history of the Parachute Regiment cap badge, from the regiment's formation in 1942 and the first badge approved in 1943 through wartime service, Crown patterns, battle honours and Victoria...
The Parachute Regiment Cap Badge: History, Symb...
A history of the Parachute Regiment cap badge, from the regiment's formation in 1942 and the first badge approved in 1943 through wartime service, Crown patterns, battle honours and Victoria...
History of the Royal Engineers Cap Badge: Symbo...
A sourced history of the Royal Engineers cap badge and Corps: formation in 1716, the 1856 union with the Royal Sappers and Miners, Ubique, Royal Cyphers, wartime engineering and collecting...
History of the Royal Engineers Cap Badge: Symbo...
A sourced history of the Royal Engineers cap badge and Corps: formation in 1716, the 1856 union with the Royal Sappers and Miners, Ubique, Royal Cyphers, wartime engineering and collecting...
The History of the British Army Cap Badge: A Sy...
A researched history of British Army cap badges, from early headdress devices and the nineteenth-century regimental system to sealed patterns, wartime economy badges, crown changes and modern collecting.
The History of the British Army Cap Badge: A Sy...
A researched history of British Army cap badges, from early headdress devices and the nineteenth-century regimental system to sealed patterns, wartime economy badges, crown changes and modern collecting.