Eventually, in 1933, the end of lanyard was simply tucked into the breast pocket without the jack-knife, though many may remember that it was often kept in place with the soldiers pay book! I think you'll find that Lanyards originated very much earlier than this and was not even anything to do with the artillery. Our range now includes custom branded cloth face masks and multi-functional bandanas as well as brandable social distancing and contactless products.

The Sapper one is more toward Navy Blue (but not that dark) and the Signals one is more toward Royal Blue (but not that bright). It used to be said, if I remember my days in the JTC, that gunners wore them as a spare should the one that fired the gun break. it is ridiculous to suppose that the Army Board in its wisdom would countenance the idea of a badge of shame to be worn by any branch of the Service. If you have concerns about the language in this record, or you have information to improve it, please share your feedback.My mention of working with the RA was just to let you know that I'm not blind to you Bty histories, but it didn't take you long to stoop to insults, even though you know nothing about me. Anyway a lanyard, particulary a white lanyard, seems to be a very commonly worn item of uniform for any soldier regardless of unit. Another link, shows that cavalry pistols were worn on the end of a lanyard about the same time, backing up a previous post. Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site, connect with other members through your own private inbox and will receive smaller adverts!

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In the Regimental Handbook Section 3, Regimental Distinctions lanyards are covered in the Uniform Embellishments section, both the Regimental (maroon) lanyard and the Signal Platoon (white) are covered.