Air Raid Precaution Personnel Badge : Warden AM 745 Accession Number: REL/15711.005

Description

Silver plated shield-shaped lapel badge surmounted by the King's crown. Immediately below the crown is the word "VICTORIA" with red enamel fill, above a central panel with "ARP" in large letters on a red enamelled background, under which is "AM 745" in smaller letters with blue enamel fill. The rear of the badge is fitted with a horizontal pin and catch. Cast into the rear are the words "ISSUED BY STATE ENERGENCY COUNCIL" and "BENTLEY".

Contextual Description

Air Raid Precaution label badge issued by the State Emergency Council of Victoria during the Second World War, and worn by ARP members with Warden responsibilities. Wardens would organise their local or suburban ARP group, coordinate public awareness campaigns, distribute pamphlets and equipment and conduct night-time patrols to check civilian adherence to blackout precautions.

Details

Accession Number
REL/15711.005
Classification
Heraldry
Object Type
Badge
Physical Description
Material: Brass
Material: Enamel
Material: Silver-plated metal
Measurement
Overall: 33 x 26 x 9 mm
Date Made
1941-1945
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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Accession REL/15711.005

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