fascinated by all of them and consider our unsold stock at any point in time to In addition to the field forces, lines of communication and home rear echelon formation signs are also shown. In 1868, brigadier-generals were ordered to wear the same collar as other General officers, but no device in the collar. Lieutenant Colonel: Crown and one Bath star. There were more changes over the course of the 1900s - including the introduction of the beret and further variations in the materials used - but none had so significant an effect on the design of headdress badges. For example, the unit that had originally been raised as the Duke of Norfolk's Regiment of Foot became officially known as the 22nd Regiment of Foot. Although the numbering changed over the years as units were disbanded and new ones were raised, the numeric approach to regimental names continued through to the Victorian era. Issued with appropriate battle or state clasps where appropriate. Bars are positioned with even spacing between the top and the bottom of the ribbon. The British Soldier of the First World Warby Peter Doyle Cadmus, a mythical king and founder of Thebes, is said to have buried the teeth of a slain dragon only for a host of armed men to spring suddenly from the ground. Issued in silver to officers and enlisted personnel and, during 19081912, in bronze to non-enlisted support personnel. 7.99. [75], Norfolk and Cambridge district (Eastern Command). (Naval and Military Press, Uckfield, East Sussex, 2002) Guards Blazer Badge, Lancers Blazer Badge, Royal Engineers Blazer Badge [30], In the British Army, ACI 1118 specified that the design for the formation sign should be approved by the general officer commanding the formation and reported to the War Office. British Army trade badges Cyclist Trading Backing Wings Wheel Motor Khaki MC - Possibly Motor Cyclist. A bar is worn on the riband of a decoration (when worn with full or miniature medals) to denote each additional award of the decoration. 5.99 to 22.99 Free postage 2 watching (provided the item is returned in the condition it was sent). British Army Cap Badges of the First World Warby Peter Doyle and Chris Foster 10.00 In . When this insecure method of identification was banned by order in 1916, other signs were used, but the army and corps colours continued to be used in some cases. 25.00 Cold War Period Civil Defence Armbands. The badge overall is a distinctive triangular shape, and easily identified, even in a blurred photograph. As regiments names became less formulaic, so too did their badges. Lieutenant Colonel: Epaulette bullions were three and half inches in length. ), Colonel: Epaulette bullions were three and half inches in length. Featuring official British Army patches such as UBACS Badges, MTP Blanking Patches and Union Flag Badges, we are sure to deliver the military velcro patch you require. . The rose of York on the badge ofThe East Yorkshire Regiment, inherited by The Yorkshire Regiment, The rose of Lancaster on the badge ofThe Queen's Lancashire Regiment, inherited byThe Duke of Lancaster's Regiment. The leading online discussion group has a thread for identifying badges and uniforms etc. Issued in 2017 to troops of 9 Parachute Squadron. The Rifles lanyard, RLC lanyard, HAC lanyard, REME lanyard, Fleet Air Arm lanyard, Royal Navy lanyard, RTR lanyard, Royal Artillery lanyard, Royal Regiment of Fusiliers lanyard, Gurkha Brigade lanyard, Royal Air Force lanyard. are proud to have helped put some fine items into some of the best collections HEIC Issue. To this day, the stars of the Orders of the Garter, St Andrew and St Patrick appear on the cap badges of the Coldstream Guards, Scots Guards and Irish Guards respectively. Another type of cross that is used by several regiments is the saltire of St Andrew. [79], Northern Ireland district (2nd pattern). Lieutenant Colonel: Two rows of half inch laces in collar with Crown. Awarded to selected native and European non-commissioned officers and soldiers. The epaulettes over wings system was abolished. These might include links to a sovereign or royal dynasty, the regiments city or county origins, or a famous battle honour. Non-British Army Shoulder Titles; Other Naval Insignia; Air Force Badges; UK Police & Prisons (Other Badges) Fire and Rescue Service; Civil Defence; . In 1928, the appointment of brigadier was introduced and the appointments of Colonel Commandant and Colonel on the Staff ended. British . , Soviet Order of the Red Star. Referred to in JSP761 as Muscat/Oman Dhofar Campaign Medal. As low as 3.75. 5TH ROYAL INNISKILLING DRAGOON GUARDS BLAZER BADGE. Upper scroll is embossed 'CITY BATN.' The Seaforth Highlanders inherited the motto from the 72nd Foot, which had been raised in 1778 by the Earl of Seaforth, a member of the clan. BRITISH ARMY WW1 SLIP ON SHOULDER TITLES:Royal Garrison Artillery Code: 11757 25.00Approx $30.08, 28.15, 25 Royal Navy Overseas Blue 2 years Service Dress Stripes. [77], North Wales district (Western Command). 24.50. [108], Aldershot District (Southern Command). Insignia was a Crown. British Army Royal Tank Regiment Officers Beret Badge 11.99 Click & Collect 1.80 postage Royal Tank Regiment ( RTR-B ) Colours Lapel Badge 5.95 Click & Collect Free postage or Best Offer 4 watching Tank Regiment Collar Badge Staybrite Queen's Crown [TANK] 6.99 Click & Collect Free postage Royal Tank Regiment Poppy Military Army 25mm lapel badge 24.50. Issued with MID oak leaf cluster where appropriate. 13TH 18TH ROYAL HUSSARS BLAZER BADGE. Add to cart. Allied Land Forces South East Asia[36]Previously 11th Army Group. During the 1800s, there were several changes to uniform regulations, which affected the badges worn by soldiers of different ranks and from different branches of the Army. This practice was frowned on outside the trenches but was given official sanction in 1917 as an optional alternative, being made permanent in 1920, when the cuff badges were abolished.[7]. IV Corps[54]IV Corp district, southern Midlands. Twenty years later, infantry regiments switched to the new field service cap, although Scottish regiments continued to wear the glengarry. But, coming soon after the large-scale reforms of the 1870-80s, regiments now had the impetus and opportunity to create their own unique insignia, drawing on traditions from their past service and local history. 9.99. Women in the First World Warby Neil Storey and Molly Housego Worn in order of date of award. [86], 21st Army Group Lines of Communications troops. In 1919, a new order was issued by the Horse Guards officeall Guards officers would wear special star badges. I have browsed your site almost every monday for the past 2 years and have now built up an excellent collection of titles. This was despite the fact that most regiments were officially named after their colonels. The most distinguishing feature of a headdress badge is the name (or sometimes just the number) of the regiment. A comprehensive guide to this piece of insignia that is often (and confusingly) different to the cap badge. $55.99. [113], Mid Western district (Western Command). They were given to loved ones or exchanged with friends. Aviation Badges; Belt Badges and Belt Buckles . BMATT personnel only. Here we take a look at some common features of these badge designs, investigating the origins and meaning behind their words and symbols. Cap badge, The Northumberland Fusiliers, c1920, Cap badge, The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, c1970. The symbol has also featured on the insignia of the Royal Artillery and Royal Engineers, although not on their headdress badges. The Yorkshire Regiment (14th/15th, 19th and 33rd/76th Foot) is a large infantry regiment of the British Army. [110], South-Western district (Southern Command).First pattern to 1953. Replaced for gallantry in Oct 1993 by the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross. General: Crossed baton and sword with Crown and star. Clasps are positioned at the bottom of the ribbon with successive clasps placed adjacent to each other (with a small gap). [34], GHQ Middle East Command.Used as vehicle sign only. General: Two rows of one inch wide oak-leaf designed lace on the collar with Crown and star in silver. Heeres Bergfuhrer Sleeve Patch - Grey. The British Army beret dates back to 1918 when the French 70th Chasseurs Alpins were training with the British Tank Corps (later renamed the Royal Tank Corps in 1923 and predecessor of the Royal Tank Regiment (NAM, 2014)). Add to Cart. The Maltese Cross continued to be used elsewhere, including on the cap badges of certain rifle regiments. . We are always interested in buying or we buy and trade all the above items as well. They were worn on the sleeves, the back of the tunic or painted on the helmet. Not able to be worn whilst in Crown Service, France. 10% GST will apply. KK1006. Identifying a First World War military badge can be relatively straightforward if you can hold the badge in your hand, or see it clearly in a portrait photograph. Subalterns of Flank companies: Wings bullions were one and quarter inches in length and quarter inches in wide. Early Army Shooting Badge 25.00 WW2 Anti-Aircraft Div Badge 10.00 WW2 Pair of Northamptonshire Titles 20.00 WW2 RAF Navigators Mess Dress Brevet 12.00 WW2 Poland Shoulder Titles 25.00 WW2 East Kent Formation Badge 10.00 1930 RAF Shooting Badge 50.00 WW2 RA Formation Badges 20.00 WW2 East Kent Formation Badge 14.00 (Reused the Ninth Army sign on its disbanding. The British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum The images were typically taken in a commercial studio while on the first leave after being fitted with a uniform. Officers grenadier cap, Honourable Artillery Company,c1708. Cotton Hand Embroidered Military Uniform Badge 95/ Piece. Contents 1 History 2 Uniform numbers 2.1 Full dress Originally, the colonel of a regiment could put whatever device he chose onto his soldiers headdress. or Best Offer. [33], GHQ India. or Best Offer. [29], Until D-Day these signs were only to be displayed or worn in Britain, if a formation went overseas all formation markings had to be removed from vehicles (tactical signs excepted) and uniforms. Seconded forces only. Always issued with battle/action clasps. It still appears on the badge of its successor unit, the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, which was formed on St George's Day 1968. Brigadier General: No device on the epaulettes and buttons were in two. WW2 Indian Artillery British India Army Cloth I.ARTY Shoulder Title Badge Patch Flash 39.99. The glengarry was the equivalent to the forage cap for Scottish regiments. Cap badge, The East Surrey Regiment, c1914. British Army 40 Pattern Tunic . From Oct 1993 awarded for leadership only. Helmet badges came in three styles: the Brunswick Star, the Royal Arms, and the Maltese Cross. Subaltern of Battalion company: Epaulette bullion were two inches in length. Welcome to British Military Badges! Widest collection across British Army regiments. From 89.95. Always issued with appropriate campaign clasps. 39.00. Regiments and Corps. They were replaced by military districts during 1942 and 1943. In stock. Battle honours appear on headdress badges in various guises. [73], Central Midlands district (first pattern), (Eastern Command). All services use a common order of wear, the following general rules apply:[1], Note: Jubilee, Coronation and Durbar medals were worn before campaign medals until November 1918, after which the order of wear was changed, with them now worn after campaign medals and before long service awards.[2]. British Military Badges 19.99. Over the years, the design of these badges has evolved, reflecting changes to unit names, structures and traditions, as well as uniform regulations. 38.00. Thanks again. By the Crimean War (1854-56), they were widely seen as a more practical alternative to the shako. One example is the castle and key, representing the Great Siege of Gibraltar (177983). Southern Command (United Kingdom)[48]Vehicle sign. and lower scroll embossed 'THE KING'S'. View this object Northamptonshire Regiment helmet badge with Brunswick Star View this object Royal Green Jackets cap badge with Maltese Cross Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Military Cap Badge 14th/20th King's Hussars British Army Cavalry at the best online prices at eBay! IWM collections. 5 Desert combat dress march behind a colour party wearing No. [88], 109th Lines of Communication Area (Bangalore). The badge changed again in 1952 by the addition of a tab bearing in red the name 'BERLIN'. A selection of UK military berets . Sultanate of Brunei. [111], South-Western District (Southern Command)Second pattern from 1953. Headquarters 21st Army Group[37]Anglo Canadian. Add to Basket. Insignia was a Crown and a. The rank of Field Marshal has become an honorary/ceremonial rank; the last active officer to be promoted to the rank was in 1994. . USSR. Major General: Two rows of one inch wide oak-leaf designed lace on the collar with Star in silver. Was: $9.17. By April 1953 the force comprised 1st Independent Sqn. [5] In 1791 the War Office ordered officers to wear different graded epaulettes and wings to distinguish regimental officer ranks (Colonel to Ensign/ Cornet). Brigadiers, colonels, lieutenant colonels and majors are field officers. Issued with the. Yorkshire Regiment (Enamelled) Cap Badge. About eBay. The purpose of the badges is to identify information about the individual quickly, in particular the rank held, so all serviceman can respond according to military rules when they meet a higher, equal or lower rank. something of interest. [79], Baluchistan District, (Northern Command). And lancer regiments often feature lances on their insignia. [64] Australian attached troops indicated their (service) corps by replacing the black and white triangles with their corps colour (I Corps), or central triangle (II and III Corps) and replacing the black triangle with the green or red of the field corps, for example purple for the Royal Australian Engineers or brown for the Australian Army Medical Corps. Issued to senior officers with battle/action clasps where appropriate. According to the order, epaulettes of all regular infantry regiments and foot guards regiments would be in gold and other regiments were in silver. This order was obeyed to varying degrees in various theatres of war. [73], West Lancashire district (Western Command). The badge of the Seaforth Highlanders depicts a stag with the motto 'Cuidich 'n Righ' (Aid the King). Tommys War British Military Memorabilia 19141918by Peter Doyle [105], Northunbrian district (Northern Command). All our cap badges, insignia badges, medals and items of militaria are 100% original. WW2 British Uniform including Battle dress, British Regimental Badges & more. Always issued with battle/action clasps. Glengarry badge, 85th (Bucks Volunteers) King's Regiment of Light Infantry, 1874-81, Cap badge, The Cameronians (Scottish Rifles), c1898. WW2 British 40 Pattern Uniform Bundle . 20 USA variant of the British badge. A Skill at Arms badge worn lower left arm, an Instructors badge worn upper right arm. Awarded in gold, silver gilt, silver, bronze and tin dependent upon rank and position to both British and native soldiers. The corps formation sign would be worn by headquarters and any attached troops, that is, those not in a division, independent infantry or armoured brigade, an Army Group Royal Artillery or a lines of communication formation. The prices are very reasonable, especially compared to auction houses. Brigadier General: Crossed baton and sword. Not the quickest at answering emails, but fantastic original items at fair prices and a very quick and secure checkout system that accepts paypal. 18. First mentioned in Musketry Regulations, 1909 amended 1914, but without reference to a badge, Clothing Regulations 1914 allowed 2 badges per battery of Royal Horse Artillery & Royal Field Artillery & 6 per company of Royal Garrison Artillery. At the beginning of 1831, new rank distinction was ordered for field marshals and general officers. [80], Peshawar District. Translated as 'faithful in adversity', his tattoo shows his dedication to his regiment, and the Essex regiment cap badge on his arm commemorates the regimentn in which his ancestors served,. 100.00 HMS St.Vincent Royal Navy Ratings Cap Tally. . Buy Now. Glengarry badge, 39th (Dorsetshire) Regiment of Foot, 1874, Cap badge, The Gloucestershire Regiment, 1914-18. Survival Aids offers one of the largest online ranges of British military badges and patches available. Regulation 16 Air Assault Brigade Badges . HEIC Issue. On the top of the wreath a crown. They can be worn on a cap, collar, shoulder, arm, or cuff. Royal Dragoons, 1 Gordon Highlanders, 1 Royal Fusiliers, 1 R. Welch Fusiliers). You can find out what the badge represents by comparing the badge against other pictured examples in standard reference books and websites such asBritish Military BadgesorThe British and Commmonwealth Badge forum. [1] ( Examples: 23rd Division and 50th (Northumbrian) Division .) HEIC Issue, issued for the Battle of Gwalior, which was fought at Maharajpur and Panihaar. Captains of Battalion company wore epaulettes with smaller bullions. Portrait photographs such as this one were purely unofficial - the British Army did not photograph its First World War recruits. )[83], No.3 District, Naples, Central Mediterranean Force[84], Depending on the theatre of operations these units could be under command of the Theatre, Army Group or Army. Only award to officers entitles use of postnominal. A dealers website that usually illustrates all the main badges, in an easily accessible format that would allow quick comparison; does not give historical detail, nor allow for just a 191418 selection; no endorsement of this website as a place for trading should be inferred. Includes badges and uniforms for all of the Womens services. Awarded in gold to senior officers, and silver to all others eligible. On 12 November 2020, the British Government announced that a, Qualifying period reduced from 36 to 24 months. 9.99. It is more a mark of distinction, grenadiers having traditionally been regarded as elite troops. For other rank soldiers, the uniform badges that might be visible in a photograph include the cap badge and shoulder titles, the latter only viewable from certain angles. AU $17.93 + AU $44.88 postage. No insignia device. I will be moving on to collar badges next so i look forward to returning then to get help in broadening my collection! Rank badges and arm badges to denote larger milit. There is no single website which is an easy visual source for badges or uniforms but these sites can be useful. 15.00 WW2 Royal Australian Air Force RAAF Pilot's Wings. 109) Original WW2 Wiltshire Home Guard Cloth WTS Titles in an Unusual Colour. Quick view. The regiment was permitted to use this ancient badge in uniform regulations dating back as far as 1747. New GSM Medal for recipients that do not qualify for other medals. The rank of Field Marshal has become an honorary/ceremonial rank; the last active officer to be promoted to the rank was in 2014. Tigers and elephants tend to reflect service on the Indian subcontinent. Replaced in Oct 1993 by the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross. [87], 101st Lines of Communication Area (Bihar and Orissa). Throughout the 20th century, it was reserved for army and army group commanders in wartime, and retiring Chiefs of the General Staff. From 14 January 1958, any individual made a member of the Order of the British Empire for gallantry (in the grades of Commander, Officer, Member), or awarded the British Empire Medal for gallantry, could wear an emblem of two crossed silver oak leaves on the same riband, ribbon or bow as the badge. This patch, embroidered in yellow on a light blue background, was worn at the top of the left arm only. Other forms of star (some with different numbers of points) have also been used. It was the first complete set of rank badges to be used by the British Army. XII Corps[61] XII Corps district, Kent and Sussex. Buyers' Premium and Charges. This website is run by a husband and read more Code: 57593 35.00 GBP Add to basket prev 1 2 3 4 5 next HEIC Issue. Worn after all United Kingdom awards (including international awards treated as United Kingdom awards). would like to sell or exchange, from an individual item to a whole collection, 15.00 . In addition we offer sweetheart brooches, lapel badges (ARP Badges, On War Service Badges, Women's Land Army Badges etc. Below this, troops of the British Army wore an 'arm of service' stripe (2 inches (5.1cm) by .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}14 inch (0.64cm)) showing the relevant corps colour (for the higher formations, these were most often the supporting arms, for example Engineers, red and blue, Service Corps, blue and yellow, RAMC dark cherry, and so on, see right). Very high quality, heavy and enamelled - Army Issue cap badge. Initially company and field rank insignia did not appear on officers' uniforms. [74], South Highland district (Scottish Command). Lot of 5 British Army Miitary Shoulder Flashes Titles Arm Patch Royal Scots. Subalterns (Lieutenant and Ensign/ Sub Lieutenant) of similar company wore same epaulette strap with fringes on right shoulder only. In stock. Be the first to hear about our latest events, exhibitions and offers. Here we look at examples of close shaves and extraordinary escapes, and examine some of the superstitions soldiers draw on for comfort and protection. Collecting Metal Shoulder Titlesby Ray Westlake [53][54], The appropriate arm of service strip would be worn below the sign on a uniform (see above), with the exception of some (service) corps in I Corps, which altered the colours of the diamond as appropriate. Bearskin badge of the2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys) symbolising theHouse of Hanover, c1900s. 40.00. [106], North Midlands district (Northern Command). In stock. Large book, uses hundreds of portrait and other photographs as the primary source; good for identifying if equipment carried is unusual, and might indicate a specialist e.g. surrounded by British Army Badges, as his father was a badge dealer going back This page was last edited on 2 February 2023, at 21:27. During World War I, some officers took to wearing tunics with the rank badges on the shoulder, as the cuff badges made them too conspicuous to snipers. Initially, it was suggested that collar badges should be repurposed for the new caps. Although it evolved over the next century, it was quite bulky and carried a correspondingly large shako plate depicting the regimental insignia. [112], North Western district(Western Command). Learn how and when to remove this template message, Comparative military ranks of World War I, Comparative officer ranks of World War II, Ranks of the cadet forces of the United Kingdom, United Kingdom and United States military ranks compared, "Officer Careers: Promotion and career progression is clearly defined in the Army", "Ranks and Insignia for Infantry Officers through out the Victorian Era", British Army rank structure and insignia (British Army website), Napoleonic Era British Military ranks at ArmchairGeneral.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=British_Army_officer_rank_insignia&oldid=1137591211. Items can be shipped Consisting of relatively simple shapes and colours they were introduced by Kitchener's Army troops in 1915 and could follow a divisional or brigade scheme or be based on the regimental colours or insignia. Main article: Brigade Insignia of the British Army Independent Brigades could be allocated a special formation sign, used by vehicles not within a division. Featuring Air Cadet badges, Army Cadet badges and British Army cap badges, we stock a variety of distinctive patches. Sometimes, they are simply referenced in text above or below the main design. Some designs relate to thefunction of the corps or regiment that the badge belongs to. Free shipping for many products! WW2 British Army Motor Transport Trade Badge. The Special Service Brigade was a formation of the British Army during the Second World War. Bath stars, pips, crowns, and slip-on epaulette rank slides. To its soldiers, the regiment is a military family that provides comradeship and a unique identity. Lewis Machine Gun Gunner Arm / Sleeve CLOTH Proficiency Trade Badge. . Sergeant-major-general (c. 17th century): shortened to, This page was last edited on 5 February 2023, at 13:12. In stock. II Corps[59]II Corps district, the Wash-East Anglia. if leather gaiters and spurs are worn, this indicates horse-riding, so perhaps a cavalry, ambulance, artillery or transport unit. Ensign: No device. Referred to in JSP761 as the 'Muscat Victory Medal (As Sumood)'. [107], East Anglian district (Eastern Command). Cap badge, The Seaforth Highlanders, c1914. Since 1928, a brigadier has had the same rank badges as were displayed by a Colonel Commandant. The shako, introduced in 1800, was the first regulation form of headdress. British Military Badges offer a large selection of authentic WW1 & WW2 British Army cap badges for sale; as well as a huge offering of shoulder titles and collar badges for sale as well. Show per page. Upper twos were in pair. The cap badge for all services in the UK is usually worn directly over the left eye. WW2 German Army Edelweiss Arm Badge. (Leo Cooper, London, 1997) It depicts the Mercian double-headed eagle with a Saxon crown. Also worn as a rectangular badge.[33]. Different graded officer wore different sized bullion to distinguish themselves from other. Since then, the design of regimental badges has been controlled by the Armys high command. Packages to Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and BFPO addresses are sent by First Class Royal Mail or International Parcel . German Army Signals Operator with Engineer units Trade Badge. Equip your British WW2 Army, RAF or Navy uniform with your rank, awards, medals and other badges to ensure that your army uniform is high-quality and accurate from your cap to your laces. Royal cyphers are less common than crowns on headdress badges, but allow more accurate dating as they relate to individual monarchs. HEIC Issue. Images courtesy CWO H H "Sarge" Booker 2nd, of the USA. WW2 German Army Pair of Shoulder Boards. [28], In September 1940 the order was replaced with ACI 1118, and formation signs were permitted to be worn on uniform below the shoulder title by those troops in independent brigades, divisions, (field) corps and command headquarters. These include both military and civilian badges, pin badges cap insignia and ribbon bars. In Foot Guards regiments, all Field Officers were equivalent to the Colonels of line infantry regiments. World War II. X Corps[60]X Corps district, Yorkshire, First pattern. First UK campaign medal issued for response to humanitarian crisis. 26.99 | 30% OFF. RM W9HHDG - [ 1890s Japan - Imperial Japanese Army ] Grand Maneuvers held by the Imperial Japanese Army in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, and observed by Emperor Meiji, from March 28, 1890 (Meiji 23). Cloth versions were introduced, especially of shoulder titles. Since the 18th century, regiments have kept animals as mascots to work with them, bring luck and strengthen morale. The badge of the Royal Pioneer Corps, for example, displays the units traditional tools of the trade: the rifle, shovel and pick. Announcements. This translates as 'From the teeth, a sword' and refers to an Ancient Greek legend. Original WW2 Royal Tank Regiment Cap Badge RTR Corps. They are worn when the. It was continued until the end of 1830. The main types are: the Victorian Crown 1837-1902; the Kings Crown (also known as the Tudor Crown) 1902-1953; and the Queens Crown post-1953. [75], North Kent and Surrey district (South Eastern Command). Different styles of coronet have also been used to demonstrate links to a particular member of the royal family, including the Prince of Wales (whose coronet is usually accompanied by three ostrich feathers). 4.00 Captains were equivalent to Lieutenant Colonels, Lieutenants were equivalent to Majors and Ensigns were equivalent to Captains of Battalion companies. 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