8th RECCE (14th Canadian Hussars) – Cap badge

RARE Canadian 8th Reconnaissance Regiment (14th Canadian Hussars) cap badge. Excellent condition, with strong original frosted finish. Nice original applied lugs on the back, free of any issues or notable flaws. THe 8th RECCE is one of the rarest WW2 Canadian cap badges.

The 8th RECCE  (14th Canadian Hussars) was a reconnaissance regiment that was part of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Division. Its primary mission was to conduct reconnaissance, map the strength of enemy positions and reconnoitre the condition of bridges, roads and area of operations. They were lightly armed and could attack weak enemy positions. Larger enemy positions were passed to other infantry or artillery units to attack. Small armored vehicles such as the Humber Armored Car were often used.