Scarce WW2 Cloth Patch Northumberland County Division.

A real rarity WW2 divisional cloth sleeve patch for the Northumberland County Division, made from embroidered silk on a wool felt backing. This badge is in excellent original condition but has been used and has been taken from a uniform. It measures 2 x 2 inches.
This was a formation of the British Army formed in World War II on 24th February 1941. It ceased to function on 1 December 1941, and was disbanded on 21 December 1941. It was commanded by Major General R. C. Money and consisted of the 202nd Independent Infantry Brigade, 216th Independent Infantry Brigade and 225th Independent Infantry Brigade.
It was commanded by X Corps until 9 April, IX Corps until 30 November and War Office control from then until disbandment.

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