Summary
Alternative Name(s): Button
The badge bears the logo of the Campaign Against Arms Trade (CAAT). This is a UK-based organisation working to stop international arms trade that was founded in 1974 by a range of peace coalitions coming together. They campaign for overall demilitarisation but especially aim to stop purchase of weapons where they can support conflict and oppressive regimes or infringe on welfare through military spending. The organisation also has other regional variants, such as the Australian Campaign Against Arms Trade (ACAAT). This group is specifically campaigning against arms trade in the Asia -Pacific region and aims to stop Australian exports of armament. This particular badge was produced by Patrick Brothers, a Melbourne business, so it was likely made for the Australian branch.
Physical Description
Circular badge with white background. Black printed text l. Four black bombs r. Pin on the back. symbol. Pin on the back.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
Public Life & Institutions, Clothing & Textiles, Arms, Politics & Society
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Nic Maclellan, 23 Feb 1987
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Manufacturer
Patrick Bros., Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Collector
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Inscriptions
Printed text: Campaign/Against/Arms/Trade.
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
3.1 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Anti-Nuclear Protests, Nuclear Disarmament, Peace Issues, Political Protests, Protest Movements, Arms, Anti-War Demonstrations, Wars & Conflicts, Peace Movements, Activism
