Summary
Badge - Volunteered for Home and Empire, Australia, 1914 - 1919.
The badge indicates that the wearer has volunteered for service in World War I, deflecting possible criticism that they are not fighting for their country and expressing their patriotism and support for the war effort.
Physical Description
An enamelled blue and white crowned cross shaped badge with loop at top.
Obverse Description
Across the centre on a white background, VOLUNTEERED; above on blue background, FOR / HOME; below on blue background, AND / EMPIRE.
Reverse Description
The reverse is stamped H. MURRELL
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1914-1919 AD
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Issued By
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Material
Bronze and Enamel
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
24 mm (Width), 40 mm (Height)
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Shape
Cross with crown and loop
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