Rhodesian General Service Cap Badge – “Lion and Tusk Over Rhodesia” Emblem Medals internal hydration space

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These insignia represent the close cooperation between the South African Defence Force and Rhodesian units—particularly in counter-insurgency

Hallmarked base with Crescent Moon & Crown

influencing later NATO tactical vests

during the mid-20th century

Rhodesian General Service Cap Badge – “Lion and Tusk Over Rhodesia” Emblem Medals internal hydration spaceAn original Rhodesian Army General Service Cap Badge, featuring the distinctive lion and tusk crest above a scroll reading RHODESIA. Struck in brass (sometimes gilt or bronze finish), this emblem was worn by enlisted personnel across multiple branches of the Rhodesian Security Forces, including the Rhodesian Light Infantry (RLI), Rhodesia Regiment, Rhodesian African Rifles (RAR), and supporting corps such as Medical, Signals, and Service Corps. The