Reproduction Rhodesian Army Colour/Staff Sergeant rank badges, as worn by members of the Rhodesian Security Forces from 1965-1980.
The badge itself would have exclusively been worn on field or garrison uniforms, not dress uniforms. It was expected to be sewn just below the right shoulder of the wearer, with it's distinctive white chevrons making for easy identification. Unlike pre-UDI and South African rank chevrons, they were rather small, with a width of only 3 inches.
As the Rhodesian Army retained much of the same rank and section/platoon level organization of the pre-independence Southern Rhodesia and Federation military forces, the rank of "Staff Sergeant" and "Colour Sergeant" remained in use. The distinction would be determinant on the specific unit, in the case of units with "colours" (regimental level flags) such as the Rhodesian Light Infantry, being "Colour" Sergeants, rather than "Staff" Sergeants. The rank denoted a mid-level senior non-commissioned officer, who could be expected to competently command several sections or "sticks" of men, or act as a second-in-command or stand-in for a platoon level Warrant Officer 2nd Class. As such, Colour Sergeants and Staff Sergeants typically had additional levels of specialized training in vehicles, signals, weaponry, or other technical skills. Additionally, they would have had to demonstrate exceptional proficiency and professionalism as Sergeants, prior to an appointment to Colour Sergeant or Staff Sergeant.
Sold in pairs, in case you lose one, get demoted - get promoted, or have two shirts!
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