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Old 30-08-19, 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Toby Purcell View Post
They wore MG collars, Mick. In part this was probably because Guards regiments, both Horse and Foot, did not (still do not) wear collar badges. Instead they had a strong tradition of shoulder titles (ORs). Thus the GMGR wearing collar badges made them unique within the Brigade of Guards. Interestingly half size badges were produced but they are thought to have been worn on caps, or as brooches. They certainly weren’t worn as collar badges, by officers, or men.
Thanks for the clarification!

Now I just need to find a Guards Machine Gun Regiment badge (crossed MGs).

Mick
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