48th Highlanders of Canada

[Norm Cromie (RIP)]

Hi Rob:
Here is some information that you enquired about with the 48th.

Badge # 1 was the badge I wore with my unit overseas (Regimental issue)
This badge was first issued 1892 and is still used today. Note the deteriation of the metal

Badge # 2 was nickel plated and often worn by officers, it was a prize issue.

Badge # 3 was a commemorative badge that was struck in 1980 and is worn by the Old Comrades Association.

Badge # 4 you will note was war office issue, minus the garter. Which after some debate as you will note by Art Johnson’s note above, was returned later.

You will note my bush stripes are an exact replica of cloth flashes that we carried on our battle dress. Hope you find this information useful.