Winnipeg Light Infantry
Mazeas lists four patterns of collars for the Winnipeg Light Infantry. What is the story on the patterns that were authorized in 1934? My understanding is that the oak leaf pattern with the WLI initials were granted as an honour for the 10th Battalion's action in Kitchener's Wood at Ypres in 1915. An honour shared with the Calgary Higlanders, who were also granted the oak leaf pattern of collars as the sister unit who perpetuated the 10th Battalion. The small pattern Winnipeg Light Infantry collars with the 10 CEF in the design appear to reflect that connection as well. But why two? Or were on pattern for officer's /nco's and another for or's?
Finally, how do the light infantry horn badges fit into the scheme? They bear the regimental initials, similar to the pre-1914 pattern collars.
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