Canadian Intelligence Corps

The Queen's Crown Canadian Intelligence Corps Cap Badge is a beret emblem worn between 1952 and 1968 by personnel of the Canadian Intelligence Corps (C Int C).

Official Design and Symbolism

The badge consists of the following traditional elements:

• The central motif: It features the true and magnetic north arrows (a compass rose or pole star) intertwined with a scroll.
• The motto scroll: The central scroll bears the motto "ACTION FROM KNOWLEDGE".
• The wreath: The central motif is encircled by a wreath of maple leaves.
• The name scroll: The bottom scroll beneath the wreath displays the corps' name, "CANADIAN INTELLIGENCE CORPS".
• The royal crown: The entire design is surmounted by the St. Edward's Crown (commonly known as the Queen's Crown), representing the period of service under Queen Elizabeth II.

Historical Context

• Timeline: The Canadian Intelligence Corps was established during World War II in 1942. Early badges featured the Tudor Crown (King's Crown) under King George VI. Following the accession of Queen Elizabeth II in 1952, the design was updated to the Queen's Crown.
• End of an era (Unification): This specific badge ceased to be used in 1968 when the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, and Royal Canadian Air Force merged into a single service, the Canadian Armed Forces. The intelligence units were then combined with the security branch, eventually regaining their independence in 1982 as the current Intelligence Branch.