SA Union: Second World War: Loyal Service Badge
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Form:
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Circular. Uniface
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By:
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Date:
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1939-45 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 1108;
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Variations:
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Edge:
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Plain.
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Obverse:
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Coat of Arms if the Union of South Africa with antelope supporters, lion crest and motto: "Ex Unitate Vires". On a raised pebbled band on left: "FOR LOYAL SERVICE" and on right between stops: "VIR TROUE DIENS".
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Reverse:
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Fitting for a lapel. Stamped with a unique number. This badge: "29/833".
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Notes:
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Issued to South African service men and women who had been discharged from active service during the war as a result of illness or wounds.
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