The blue on khaki titles are a bit of a mystery. These were likely made by Hemsley's in both Canada and the UK. They are explained in three ways. 1. They were for the regional recruit depots formed circa 1917. 2. They were private purchase for one of the many battalions recruited in the geographic areas. 3. They were private purchase and worn on the Canadian Corps battalion the recruit was sent to. There is evidence that some of the 25th Bn CEF wore the title.
Pm'd Sean.
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Res ipsa loquitur
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