5th Cadet Battalion, East Surrey Regiment (C / 5 / E. SURREY) 3-Line Brass Shoulder Title

5th Cadet Battalion, East Surrey Regiment three-line brass shoulder title, displaying the abbreviated inscription “C / 5 / E. SURREY”. The title identifies the 5th Cadet Battalion of the East Surrey Regiment and is an interesting example of British Army cadet insignia and regimental uniform equipment.

The shoulder title is constructed in brass with the lettering arranged in three distinct lines. A prominent “C” appears above the numeral “5”, with “E. SURREY” forming the lower line. The open-work construction is typical of British shoulder titles, allowing the underlying uniform cloth to show through the spaces between the letters. The title would have been worn on the shoulder straps of the cadet uniform to provide battalion and regimental identification.

The East Surrey Regiment was a historic British Army infantry regiment formed in 1881 through the amalgamation of the 31st and 70th Regiments of Foot. Its regimental insignia and associated cadet badges are of interest to collectors of British Army militaria, regimental insignia, cadet force memorabilia and uniform badges.

This shoulder title is particularly suitable for collectors of East Surrey Regiment badges, British Army shoulder titles, cadet insignia, brass shoulder titles, pre-war British militaria and regimental uniform items. Its clear three-line construction and identifiable battalion designation make it a useful piece for collections documenting the East Surrey Regiment and its associated cadet organisation.

Dimensions

Approx. 55mm × 43mm

Condition

Good original condition, with age-related wear and surface marks consistent with previous use. Brass retains good definition, with minor patination and wear to the raised lettering.

Reference

Westlake p.91 pl 1049.1