Canadian WW2 'Bermuda' Patch

[160464]

I searched and couldn't find anything.

The yellow 'Bermuda Jamaica' lozenge formation patch had appeared in many early publications on WW2 Canadian formation flashes. Then I recall reading that it was pure fantasy.

So my question is, was the yellow patch ever worn, officially or unofficially?

[48th]

That is a very good question, I would like to know the answer my self. I have a fairly deep WWII Canadian shoulder flash collection and have yet to see one. Maybe Bill has one in his collection?

[WJ Miller]

There is a thread on the subject of the Y Force patch.

Bill A's opinion is 'no' evidence of actual wear/use of the yellow lozenge.

[WJ Miller]

Bill A's additional research/comment on Y Force patching.

[Bill A]

No further evidence has come to light since the 2010 post. In the interim, I have had gone through LAC documents on the issue of titles and patches in Canada. There is significant documentation dealing with C Force and W Force patches but nothing on the Y Force.
I have a couple of examples of so called Y Force patches in my accumulation. One is definitely a fantasy piece, made up for the market. The other is the proper melton material but is likely a "souvenir" piece. Obviously anyone could make examples of these patches with some yellow melton material.

[160464]

Originally Posted by WJ Miller

Bill A's additional research/comment on Y Force patching.

Thanks. Interesting that BillA says "This seems to indicate that Y Force was wearing patches without authorization. From the discussion I think that should have "If they even were" added to it.

So it looks like the patches have no written or photographic evidence but persist in collections and written material about collecting.

Here's my pair of melton ones alongside Atlantic and Pacific patches.

[Rodd Hill]

Originally Posted by 160464

...Here's my pair of melton ones alongside Atlantic and Pacific patches.

Well *that* was a short game of Twister.

[Bill A]

Bruce, Do your Y Force patches show evidence of having been worn?

[160464]

Originally Posted by Bill A

Bruce, Do your Y Force patches show evidence of having been worn?

No, they show no signs of ever being used.