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

Royal Tank Regiment cap badge — King's Crown version — showing the rhomboid First World War tank, laurel wreath and Fear Naught motto scroll, displayed against a dark leather background

The Royal Tank Regiment Cap Badge: History, Sym...

The Royal Tank Regiment cap badge is unique in British military insignia — it depicts the weapon from which the regiment originated. Explore the history, symbolism and meaning of the...

The Royal Tank Regiment Cap Badge: History, Sym...

The Royal Tank Regiment cap badge is unique in British military insignia — it depicts the weapon from which the regiment originated. Explore the history, symbolism and meaning of the...

Royal Artillery cap badge — field gun with Ubique and Quo Fas et Gloria Ducunt mottos beneath the Royal Crown

The Royal Artillery Cap Badge: History, Symboli...

The Royal Artillery cap badge is unique in British military insignia — its motto Ubique replaces all battle honours, recognising service everywhere British forces have fought. Explore the history, symbolism...

The Royal Artillery Cap Badge: History, Symboli...

The Royal Artillery cap badge is unique in British military insignia — its motto Ubique replaces all battle honours, recognising service everywhere British forces have fought. Explore the history, symbolism...

The History of the Women's Royal Army Corps Cap Badge — a silver lioness rampant within a gold laurel wreath surmounted by the Queen's Crown, with WRAC servicewomen in the background and the corps motto Suaviter in Modo, Fortiter in Re

The History and Meaning of The Women's Royal Ar...

Discover the history, symbolism and meaning of the Women's Royal Army Corps (WRAC) cap badge — the only lioness on a British Army cap badge — and what it represents...

The History and Meaning of The Women's Royal Ar...

Discover the history, symbolism and meaning of the Women's Royal Army Corps (WRAC) cap badge — the only lioness on a British Army cap badge — and what it represents...

The History of the Black Watch Cap Badge — Origins, Symbolism and Tradition. Featuring the Star of the Order of the Thistle with Saint Andrew, the Saltire and the motto Nemo Me Impune Lacessit.

The History and Meaning of The Black Watch Cap ...

Discover the history, symbolism and meaning of the Black Watch cap badge — from the Star of the Order of the Thistle and the motto Nemo Me Impune Lacessit to...

The History and Meaning of The Black Watch Cap ...

Discover the history, symbolism and meaning of the Black Watch cap badge — from the Star of the Order of the Thistle and the motto Nemo Me Impune Lacessit to...

The History of the Royal Air Force Emblem — Origins, Symbolism and Tradition, Per Ardua Ad Astra

The Royal Air Force Emblem: History, Symbolism ...

The Royal Air Force Emblem is one of the most recognisable military symbols in the world. This guide explores its heraldic origins, the meaning of every element — the golden...

The Royal Air Force Emblem: History, Symbolism ...

The Royal Air Force Emblem is one of the most recognisable military symbols in the world. This guide explores its heraldic origins, the meaning of every element — the golden...

The History of the 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's) Cap Badge — Origins, Symbolism and Tradition. Ich Dien. Heritage banner showing the regimental badge with crossed lances, Prince of Wales's feathers, Queen's Crown and IX-XII scroll.

The 9th/12th Royal Lancers Cap Badge: History, ...

The 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's) cap badge represents a combined cavalry heritage dating back to 1715. This guide covers the regiment's origins, the symbolism of its four badge...

The 9th/12th Royal Lancers Cap Badge: History, ...

The 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's) cap badge represents a combined cavalry heritage dating back to 1715. This guide covers the regiment's origins, the symbolism of its four badge...