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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The Adjutant General's Corps Cap Badge: History...
A guide to the Adjutant General’s Corps cap badge — its formation in 1992, the lion, crown, laurel wreath and ANIMO ET FIDE motto, the histories of its antecedent corps,...
The Adjutant General's Corps Cap Badge: History...
A guide to the Adjutant General’s Corps cap badge — its formation in 1992, the lion, crown, laurel wreath and ANIMO ET FIDE motto, the histories of its antecedent corps,...
The Light Dragoons Cap Badge: History, Symbolis...
The Light Dragoons cap badge reflects more than three centuries of British cavalry history. This guide covers the badge's origins, symbolism and the four regiments behind it — from Balaklava...
The Light Dragoons Cap Badge: History, Symbolis...
The Light Dragoons cap badge reflects more than three centuries of British cavalry history. This guide covers the badge's origins, symbolism and the four regiments behind it — from Balaklava...
The Ulster Defence Regiment Cap Badge — History...
Introduction The gold-coloured crowned harp was the cap badge worn by The Ulster Defence Regiment during its twenty-two years of service in Northern Ireland. From 1970 until 1992, locally recruited...
The Ulster Defence Regiment Cap Badge — History...
Introduction The gold-coloured crowned harp was the cap badge worn by The Ulster Defence Regiment during its twenty-two years of service in Northern Ireland. From 1970 until 1992, locally recruited...
Royal Irish Regiment Regimental Emblem | Histor...
Introduction The present Royal Irish Regiment was formed on 1 July 1992 by amalgamating The Royal Irish Rangers with The Ulster Defence Regiment. It inherited the Rangers' worldwide-service infantry traditions...
Royal Irish Regiment Regimental Emblem | Histor...
Introduction The present Royal Irish Regiment was formed on 1 July 1992 by amalgamating The Royal Irish Rangers with The Ulster Defence Regiment. It inherited the Rangers' worldwide-service infantry traditions...
The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeths' Own) Cap B...
A sourced history of The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeths' Own) cap badge, tracing the Death or Glory device, crossed lances, six antecedent regiments, Victoria Cross heritage, modern service and collecting...
The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeths' Own) Cap B...
A sourced history of The Royal Lancers (Queen Elizabeths' Own) cap badge, tracing the Death or Glory device, crossed lances, six antecedent regiments, Victoria Cross heritage, modern service and collecting...
The Green Howards Cap Badge: History, Symbolism...
The Green Howards cap badge is one of the most distinctive in the British Army — combining Princess Alexandra's coronet, A cypher and the Dannebrog with the Roman numerals XIX...
The Green Howards Cap Badge: History, Symbolism...
The Green Howards cap badge is one of the most distinctive in the British Army — combining Princess Alexandra's coronet, A cypher and the Dannebrog with the Roman numerals XIX...