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Definition: The Canada shoulder title is a metal device bearing the word “Canada” in uppercase letters, worn on both shoulder straps of the khaki service dress uniform by Canadian soldiers. The Canada shoulder titles distinguished Canadian soldiers from other British Empire troops. The “Canada” shoulder titles were produced by several manufacturers, such as William Scully …

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The trench watch (wristlet) was a type of watch used by the military during the First World War as pocket watches were not practical in combat. It was a transitional design between pocket watches and wrist watches, incorporating features of both. As timing in war became more important – so that artillery barrages, for example, could be synchronized – …

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