Description

Description: Rhodesian African Rifles hat badge 1965 – 1980.

Maker’s Name: Unknown

Condition: Near Mint

Comments: Rhodesian African Rifles hat badge 1965 – 1980. Approx size 37mm W x 51mm H.

The Rhodesian African Rifles (RAR) was the oldest regiment in the Rhodesian Army, formed in May 1940 in the British colony of Southern Rhodesia. The RAR was the successor to the Rhodesia Native Regiment (RNR) and inherited its battle honours. The RNR had fought in East Africa and Portuguese East Africa from 1916 to 1918 during World War 1.