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CIrwin85

14-12-19 06:34 AM

Calgary Armoured Regiment

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Recently received a relatives medals/Badges/Momentos. Calgary Regiment And BC Dragoons.

Looking for more info on the 14RCAR as I’ve been told it wasn’t an official insignia and mostly likely acquired post war. What was the reason for this?

Medals:
Italy Star Medal
1939-1945 Medal
The Defence Medal
Canadian Volunteer Service Medal

Other Items:
Karl Troop Cross
Kaschie Lighter
5 Lire military currency
20mm? Bullet tip
Unknown Vial in metal case. Chinese writing

Bill A

14-12-19 12:55 PM

Welcome to the Forum CIrwin85, your account is active and open for posts.

mike_vee

14-12-19 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CIrwin85 (Post 494681)

Looking for more info on the 14RCAR as I’ve been told it wasn’t an official insignia and mostly likely acquired post war. What was the reason for this?

"Royal" designation wasn't bestowed until 2nd August 1945 ?

Bill A

14-12-19 03:37 PM

That is correct Mike, and 1 CAB was disbanded prior to the granting of the Royal honour.

CIrwin85

14-12-19 10:02 PM

Thanks again Bill.

CIrwin85

14-12-19 10:10 PM

How common are the 14RCAR badges? Are we able to trace them to a single private manufacturer? Or were they commonly reproduced by many? And for what purpose? Post war recognition?

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