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Originally Posted by Phillip Herring
A 1920-50 Book is going to be a pretty tall order. Photographic evidence is going to be key as General Orders do not cover all badges that were worn.
Also, is this to include cloth badges? I can see this getting very big, and requiring input from various "experts". It may be that it will require an editor rather than one author as there are many people who have expertise in different aspects and units.
Phil
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No cloth badges as that is a different kind of hurt and is already in the early research stages.
Metal cap, collar and shoulder badges, to include those that were introduced in the 1920 - 1950 era (as the assumption is that those that were introduced pre-1920 have been covered elsewhere and can be referenced). Definitely photographic, front and backs. The challenge is quality photography although digitals make it easier these days.
An editor would be required but a specialist (or two) could be responsible for individual chapters.
http://www.canadiansoldiers.com has useful lists of extant units at various ties and these could be used to define the scope of badges covered.
Clive