Rare Attributed WW2 Special Air Service (S.A.S) Beret Badge of Major R H Branson, fine example of a wartime embroidered winged dagger beret badge as worn by the SAS. Insignia shows wear and removal from a beret. Reverse with the remains of the paper backing. Accompanied by a re-print photograph and details of service of Major R H Branson Royal Artillery later Special Air Service. Major Branson began his service as an enlisted rank in the Royal Artillery in the 1930’s, he gained a commission as a Lieutenant in 1941. Served in various Artillery units in Malta and Sicily before being posted to the SAS in North Africa on 28th January 1944. He later took part in Norway with the SAS before continuing to serve into the post war years. Attribution gained by the vendor.