RCASC 1901-1968
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Cap / Collar badges 1914-1918
The basic 1903 pattern beaver badge worn prior to the war continued to be the principle cap badge for the conflict. Due to the increased size of the corps during the war,additional variants and finishes ( ie brass , darkened bronze) could be found. Examples of this pattern badge can be found HERE.
During the Great War a number of specialized CASC units were developped. This led to a few of them adopting their unique insignia beyond the 1903 pattern cap badge.These units were formed during the war and disbanded by 1920. The badges were often never officially approved.
In addition, the rapid growth of the CEF lead to shortages in specialized insignia. It was not uncommon to see members of the CASC wearing general list cap badges and collars, particularly at the beginning of the war.
CEF General List Canada Cap Badges
There were a number of different variations in general list cap badges. A vague description of what the badge was to look like allowed for a certain amount of design differences from the different manufacturers. These are just a few of the different patterns that were produced during the war.
CEF General List Canada Collar Badges
There were a number of different variations in general list collar badges. They usually were smaller versions of the cap badge design.These are just a few of the different patterns that were produced during the war.
Ammunition Sub Parks
1st Ammunition Sub Park
2nd Ammunition Sub Park
3rd Ammunition Sub Park.
4th Ammunition Sub Park
Ammunition Sub Park Mechanical Transport Company ( Officers version in Silver)
7 Company CASC Winnipeg ( image courtesy of Michael McHenry)
Miscellaneous units
8th (Overseas) Depot Unit of Supply
1st Overseas Training Depot
4th Divisional Train
4th Divisional Train (Officers pattern)
Collar Badges
4th Divisional Train.
RCASC 1901-1968
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