Formation signs of the 1980's

[johnG]

I am nearing completion of a display of British army stay brite cap badges of the 1980's and round the edges of the display board I am thinking of mounting formation and divisional signs.

I have found various listings for WW1 to current formation badges, but do not seem able to pin down a listing relevant to the 1980's. Please can anybody tell me where to find the information I am looking for.

Many thanks,

John

[Alan O]

John,

With the few exceptions of 5 AB Bde's Pegasus etc, formation signs were not worn by the British Army in the 1980s. Consequently the uniform badges that might be suitable for your dispaly all date from 1990s onwards. Unfortunately there were a number of 1980s formations that did not last into the 1980s so patches were never made. You could not find a 4th Armd Div one for example.

Alan

[johnG]

Thanks Alan. Armed with that information I will abandon the idea and move onto something else.

The quick response is much appreciated.

Reghards,

John