This is a FULL original vintage paper-wrapped package of 50 Brand-New Old-Stock paper book matches, made by the famous E. B. Eddy Match Company of Ottawa-Hull, Canada. A TRUE ONE-OF-A-KIND RARE TOBACCIANA AND MILITARY CANADIANA ITEM!
This was made for the Canadian Army over 50 years ago, and branded under the "MAPLE LEAF SERVICES", so each match book inside features the full-colour Canadian Army logo on the cover. What an amazing gift or souvenir item each one of the 50 of these would be for a military wedding, reunion, or a Depart with Dignity Ceremony.
HISTORY OF THE SYMBOLISM OF THE ARMY LOGO:
Red is the colour of the Canadian Army.
The white maple leaf is based on the emblem worn by Canadian soldiers in the First World War.
The crossed swords symbolize the military history of the Canadian Army and indicate that the members of the Canadian Army work as a team in the defence of Canada.
The three maple leaves conjoined on one stem, taken from the Royal Arms of Canada, represent service to the Sovereign and to Canada, as well as the heritage of the Canadian Army.
The Royal Crown signifies service to the Sovereign.
