WW2 Cape Town Highlanders cap badge (c.1940-43)

WW2 Cape Town Highlanders cap badge, circa 1940-43.

Description

A fine original WW2 brass cap badge of the Cape Town Highlanders, complete with intact rear lugs. The badge shows crisp detail with attractive natural patina — a genuine wartime example worn by this distinguished South African regiment.

Background

The Cape Town Highlanders Regiment was formed in 1885 and is one of South Africa’s oldest volunteer infantry units. During the Second World War, the regiment served as part of the 2nd South African Infantry Brigade, 1st South African Division, seeing major action in East Africa (Abyssinia) and North Africa, including El Alamein.