Whilst RMF officers seemed to be consistent in wearing the shamrock cap backing, ORs seem to have dispensed with it for the most part, at least in the field. I am sure there must be photos extent, but I have yet to see one with the ORs version in wear. Does anyone have an example of this shamrock?
I have seen RMF officer badges for sale in years past with a shamrock, but I think they were highly likely to be much later replacements.
CB
PS, I found a photo on the web of W. Cosgrove VC wearing a shamrock, with small collar grenades as well. This would be a publicity photo and I am sure he was dressed properly for it.
Conversely, I also saw a photo of a WW1 officer without the shamrock backing!
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