Embroided & Printed

[steve]

Hi guys
I know this is pretty basic but which generally is the older
Embroided or Printed badges/patches and what was issued
during WWII.
thanks steve

[Mike Jackson]

I can't prove it but I think embroidered signs preceded printed ones. Signs were made variously in at least four different forms in World War 2 - Embroidered on Felt, Linen or Cotton and Printed of course and additionally what is referred to as Silk Embroidered (or Weave) and Painted on (usually) Linen. Also Wire embroidered on Felt, Metal on Felt and Felt on Felt. I'm sure there are more variations ( I have a painted on tin 3 Indian Division (Special Force) sign).

[steve]

Thanks for your help Mike
appreciate it
cheers steve