This badge set is an accurate reproduction of the insignia worn by the 1st Battalion Suffolk Regiment, part of the 3rd Infantry Division, during the battles in Normandy in June 1944.
The set includes:

• 3rd Infantry Division formation patch

• Infantry Arm of Service stripes

• Suffolk shoulder titles

Perfect for reenactors, collectors, or anyone completing a historically correct British Battle Dress uniform.
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Historical Context

The 1st Battalion Suffolk Regiment landed on D-Day, 6 June 1944, on Sword Beach as part of the 3rd Infantry Division’s assault units.
Their most famous engagement was the attack on Hillman Fortress, a heavily fortified German strongpoint that delayed the advance toward Caen.
These insignia represent the battalion’s bravery and crucial contribution to the liberation of Western Europe.