Regimental Colour, 76th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force

Object/Artifact

Lorne Scots Regimental Museum

Regimental Colour of the 76th battalion, Canadian Expeditionary force

A silk flag used to identify the 76th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force

Name/Title

Regimental Colour, 76th Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force

Entry/Object ID

19800018-001

Description

A silk flag to identify the 76th battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force.

Use

The guidons, colours and standards are distinctive symbols or emblems used to visually identify a military organization and foster the pride and continuity necessary for operational effectiveness.

Context

The 76th Battalion is perpetuated by the Lorne Scots. The Colours were presented to the 76th Battalion by the School Teachers and Inspectors of Simcoe County in 1917.

Made/Created

Date made

1917