Insignia Collection (#7)

United States, American infantry officer's silvered belt plate
3036196 United States, American infantry officer's silvered belt plate; Private Collection; (add.info.: American infantry officer's silvered belt plate); © Don Troiani

Russian Order of Saint Stanislaus - Commander 3rd Class - Civil Division
3056373 Russian Order of Saint Stanislaus - Commander 3rd Class - Civil Division ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Order of Saint Stanislaus - Commander 3rd Class - Civil Division)

Canadian Officer's Belt plate of the Three Rivers Militia
3036307 Canadian Officer's Belt plate of the Three Rivers Militia; Private Collection; (add.info.: Canadian Officer's Belt plate of the Three Rivers Militia); © Don Troiani

War of 1812, British shoulder belt plate of the 103rd Regt. of Foot
3036271 War of 1812, British shoulder belt plate of the 103rd Regt. of Foot; Private Collection; (add.info.: War of 1812, Excavated British shoulder belt plate of the 103rd Regiment of Foot- fought)

United States, 1st Regiment of Rifleman Cap Plate Pattern of 1813
3036227 United States, 1st Regiment of Rifleman Cap Plate Pattern of 1813; Private Collection; (add.info.: 1st Regiment of Rifleman Cap Plate Pattern of 1813); © Don Troiani

Hat Plate of the British 8th Regiment of Foot
3036211 Hat Plate of the British 8th Regiment of Foot ; Private Collection; (add.info.: War of 1812, Enlisted man's Hat plate of the British 8th (King's) Regiment of Foot

American Officer's Sword belt with 13 Colonies and arrow motif tip
3032441 American Officer's Sword belt with 13 Colonies and arrow motif tip; Private Collection; (add.info.: Continental Army)

British cartridge box badge of the 24th Regiment of Foot c. 1777
3031540 British cartridge box badge of the 24th Regiment of Foot c. 1777; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Revolution)

British Cartridge box badge, Grenadier company of the 9th Regiment of Foot
3031535 British Cartridge box badge, Grenadier company of the 9th Regiment of Foot.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartridge box badge of the Grenadier company of the 9th Regiment of Foot)

United States Army, Major General's epaulettes 1835-45
3031622 United States Army, Major General's epaulettes 1835-45; Private Collection; (add.info.: Major General's epaulettes 1835-45)

Hessian Fusilier cap, Found near the site of Fort Mercer, Red Bank New Jersey
3031472 Hessian Fusilier cap, Found near the site of Fort Mercer, Red Bank New Jersey; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hessian Fusilier cap, Found near the site of Fort Mercer)

Silver Plated New York State Militia Cap Plate Circa 1825
3031713 Silver Plated New York State Militia Cap Plate Circa 1825; Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver Plated New York State Militia Cap Plate Circa 1825); © Don Troiani

Waist belt plate of the Royal Edinburgh Volunteers, 80th Regiment of Foot
3031649 Waist belt plate of the Royal Edinburgh Volunteers, 80th Regiment of Foot.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Waist belt plate of the Royal Edinburgh Volunteers, 80th Regiment of Foot)

Waist beltplate of Grenadier company of the 1st Battalion Royal Regiment
3031601 Waist beltplate of Grenadier company of the 1st Battalion Royal Regiment; Private Collection; (add.info.: Waist beltplate of Grenadier company of the 1st Battalion Royal Regiment (1st of Foot)

British Grenadier's cartridge box badge of the 21st Regiment of Foot
3031556 British Grenadier's cartridge box badge of the 21st Regiment of Foot; Private Collection; (add.info.: British Grenadier's cartridge box badge of the 21st Regiment of Foot)

Officer's Gorget-3rd Regiment of Foot Guards
3031240 Officer's Gorget-3rd Regiment of Foot Guards; Private Collection; (add.info.: Officer's Gorget-3rd Regiment of Foot Guards -Fought at Guilford And Yorktown); © Don Troiani

British cartridgebox badge of the Light company, 43rd Regiment of Foot
3031372 British cartridgebox badge of the Light company, 43rd Regiment of Foot.; Private Collection; (add.info.: British cartridgebox badge of the Light Infantry company of the 43rd Regiment of Foot)

American Revolution: British Grenadier's Bearskin cap
3031178 American Revolution: British Grenadier's Bearskin cap; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Revolution: British Grenadier's Bearskin cap of the Warrant of 1768)

American Patriotic Coat Button about 1790
3029926 American Patriotic Coat Button about 1790; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Patriotic Coat Button about 1790); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Tin canteen painted on the side with Corps badges
3028952 Tin canteen painted on the side with Corps badges; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tin canteen painted on the side with Corps badges and inscription of the 40th New York Volunteers)

Cap badge of the British 62nd Regiment
3032044 Cap badge of the British 62nd Regiment; Saratoga National Historical Park, Stillwater, NY. USA; (add.info.: American Revolution, Pewter cap badge of the British 62nd Regiment of Foot)

United States - Mexican War, Mexican 5th Cavalry Regiment belt plate
3031141 United States - Mexican War, Mexican 5th Cavalry Regiment belt plate; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mexican 5th Cavalry Regiment belt plate found near Cerro Gordo battlefield)

Other ranks shako plate of the 2nd Regiment of Foot Guards
3030299 Other ranks shako plate of the 2nd Regiment of Foot Guards; Private Collection; (add.info.: Other ranks shako plate of the 2nd Regiment of Foot Guards (Coldstream) 1800-1812

Inauguration of the monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi, Macerata
3569880 Inauguration of the monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi, Macerata by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Macerata 30/04/1895 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Silver 6th Corps badge from the 5th Maine Battery
3028287 Silver 6th Corps badge from the 5th Maine Battery.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver 6th Corps badge from the 5th Maine Battery.); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

Union Army 19th Army Corps Badge, 15th Maine
3028328 Union Army 19th Army Corps Badge, 15th Maine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Union Army 19th Army Corps Badge, 15th Maine Veteran Volunteers.); © Don Troiani

Early Ambulance Corps badge
3028314 Early Ambulance Corps badge; Private Collection; (add.info.: Early Ambulance Corps badge); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Silver Army Mail Agent's badge
3028289 - Silver Army Mail Agent's badge; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, United States Civil War, - Union army, Silver Army Mail Agent's badge); © Don Troiani

US Cavalry officer's button
3027920 US Cavalry officer's button; Private Collection; (add.info.: US Cavalry officer's button); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

New Hampshire State button
3027918 New Hampshire State button; Private Collection; (add.info.: New Hampshire State button); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

State of Missouri Buttons
3027906 State of Missouri Buttons; Private Collection; (add.info.: State of Missouri Buttons); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

US Staff officer's button
3027904 US Staff officer's button; Private Collection; (add.info.: US Staff officer's button); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Union army forage cap with insignia of the 6th Army Corps
3028088 Union army forage cap with insignia of the 6th Army Corps; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, Union army forage cap with insignia of the 1st Division of the 6th Army Corps)

Union forage cap with 3rd Division 6th Corps badge
3028033 Union forage cap with 3rd Division 6th Corps badge; Private Collection; (add.info.: Union forage cap with 3rd Division 6th Corps badge which belonged to a soldier of the 10th Vermont)

Lt. General shoulder strap on coat of U.S. Grant circa 1866
3028736 Lt. General shoulder strap on coat of U.S. Grant circa 1866; West Point Museum, New York, USA; (add.info.: Lt. General's shoulder strap on the coat of U.S)

Union Naval Officer's gilt brass belt buckle
3028679 Union Naval Officer's gilt brass belt buckle; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Union Naval Officer's gilt brass belt buckle); © Don Troiani

Badge for a worker at the Penna. Kitchen, June 1864
3028676 Badge for a worker at the Penna. Kitchen, June 1864; Private Collection; (add.info.: Badge for a worker at the Pennsylvania Kitchen, June 1864); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

First Division 3rd Army Corps Frame Type Corps Badge
3028674 First Division 3rd Army Corps Frame Type Corps Badge; Private Collection; (add.info.: First Division 3rd Army Corps Frame Type Corps Badge); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

Union Army, Green backed shoulder straps for a Major of Rifles
3028671 Union Army, Green backed shoulder straps for a Major of Rifles; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Union Army)

Union Infantry Pioneer Sergeant's chevrons
3028667 Union Infantry Pioneer Sergeant's chevrons; Private Collection; (add.info.: Union Infantry Pioneer Sergeant's chevrons); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

Shoulder straps and GAR medal of Captain Wimer Bedford
3028653 Shoulder straps and GAR medal of Captain Wimer Bedford; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shoulder straps and GAR medal of Captain Wimer Bedford who served on the staff of Brigadier General)

Joshua L Chamberlain image taken in post war years
3028634 Joshua L Chamberlain image taken in post war years; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Joshua L Chamberlain)

Identification badge of C.W.Parker, 112th New York Volunteers
3028625 Identification badge of C.W.Parker, 112th New York Volunteers; Private Collection; (add.info.: Identification badge of C.W.Parker, 112th New York Volunteers made by A.J)

Silver Provost Guard's badge
3028624 Silver Provost Guard's badge.; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, Silver Provost Guard's badge)

9th Corps Badge Of The 35th Massachusetts Regiment
3028440 9th Corps Badge Of The 35th Massachusetts Regiment; Private Collection; (add.info.: 9th Corps Badge Of The 35th Massachusetts Regiment); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

1st Division, 5th Army Corps badge worn by a soldier of the 43rd New York Volunteers
3028439 1st Division, 5th Army Corps badge worn by a soldier of the 43rd New York Volunteers. ; New York State Military Museum, Saratoga Springs, NY, USA; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

Silver Second Corps badge with enameled leaves for an Army Mail Agent
3028429 Silver Second Corps badge with enameled leaves for an Army Mail Agent; Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver Second Corps badge with enameled leaves for an Army Mail Agent)

Pair of Patent Shoulder Straps For A 1st Lt Of Rifles
3028381 Pair of Patent Shoulder Straps For A 1st Lt Of Rifles; Private Collection; (add.info.: Union Army, Pair of Patent Shoulder Straps for a 1st Lieutenant of Rifles); © Don Troiani

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"Insignia: A Glimpse into History and Identity" From the regal crown adorning Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 to the powerful Class 55 Deltic diesel locomotives built by English Electric in the early 1960s, insignias have long served as symbols of prestige and distinction. During World War One, badges of Scottish Regiments became emblems of bravery and camaraderie amidst the chaos of battle. Similarly, the United States Naval Construction Battalions - Seabees displayed their insignias proudly as they constructed vital infrastructure during times of conflict. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's insignia represents his visionary leadership that shaped modern-day Turkey from 1923 to 1938. Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Australia in both 1954 and during her Coronation Procession in 1953 showcased how these symbols transcend borders and unite nations. Insignias also play a crucial role within military ranks, allowing one to easily recognize hierarchy within the Royal Navy or identify different regiments on a battlefield. The Coat of Arms of Portugal from 1898 stands as a testament to national heritage while illustrating its rich history. The flag of Israel proudly displays a blue Star of David between two horizontal blue stripes on a white field—an emblem representing resilience and identity for millions worldwide. In times when aircraft ruled the skies during World War Two, planes like Spitfires and Heinkel 111K bore distinctive markings that not only identified friend from foe but also embodied courage under fire. Insignias serve as visual storytellers—conveying tales steeped in tradition, honor, sacrifice, and national pride. They remind us that behind every symbol lies an intricate narrative waiting to be discovered—a window into our shared past shaping our present identities.