The Unit Colour Patch

Colour patches were worn on uniform by the Australian Army in the period 1915–49 through two world wars and the periods of peace between and after. In their shape and colour combinations they are believed to be a uniquely Australian innovation.

The wearing of the 1915–49 colour patches was reintroduced in 1987 primarily on the basis of fostering the Army’s heritage.

The colour patch is now worn on the puggaree of the Australian Army 'Slouch Hat.'

113 Field Battery wears the colour patch of its parent unit (7 Field Regiment RAA).

A full explanation of unit colour patch's can be found in 'Army Standing Orders for Dress'