Department of Defence Female Relatives badge World War II
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Department of Defence Female Relatives badge World War II
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CREATORWilliam McLean, Melbourne
COLLECTIONRye Historical Society
REG NO.Ob 205
HISTORY“Female Relatives” badge given to wife or mother of those on active service overseas. Given to Mrs G Reid of Brisbane. Mother of Thomas C. Reid - Private No. QX9508 Unit 1st C.T.S.C. Issued 11/8/1941
DESCRIPTIONSterling Silver badge with blue enamelling. Crown emblem at the top. Letters AIF in the oval centre of the badge. Badge no 29016. Words : “ISSUED BY DEPT OF DEFENCE TO WOMEN OF AUSTRALIA. FOR DUTY DONE”. Safety chain attached.
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