Corps of Military Police

Can anyone please tell me what was the flash or formation sign worn by the Corps of Royal Military Police in Malta approximately between 1938 and 1942?
Rgds,
button_guru
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[badjez]

There is a good book on CMP insignia, but as I don't have it to refer to I'll make a semi-educated guess.

In 1938 battledress was not yet worn (and was never adopted by the Military Police or Military Provost Staff Corps), if indeed it ever was in Malta. In semi-tropical Khaki Drill or Service Dress metal titles would have been worn.

Formation Signs and arm titles were not introduced until @1942, but prior to this the black on khaki slip-on titles were introduced.

Due to the very nature of their role, I very much doubt if military police ever adopted unofficial insignia.

Stephen.

[fougasse1940]

Do you have any further info on the book?

Rgds,

Thomas.

[badjez]

Thomas

If this link works...
http://www.amazon.com/Redcap-Insigni...664870&sr=1-40

The book is Redcap Insignia & Collectables by Colin Carnall.
If only I could afford a copy!

Regards, Stephen.

Thanks badjez, much appreciated. I'll chase the book.
However, I have seen two photos of CMPs in Malta of pre-1942 (lifting of the siege), who are wearing a BD. One's wearing slip-ons but the other photo was blurred. Further, one must keep in mind that the battledress, including that worn by the BEF, was issued as part of the 1937 dress, including the famous canvas webbing.
Winters in Malta, especially January to March can be very wet and cold. Even greatcoats were worn.
Rgds,
button_guru
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Buttons are more than just a hobby!

[fougasse1940]

Thanks Stephen.

Rgds,

Thomas.