White cotton apron : Australian Army Nursing Service

Accession Number REL46376
Collection type Heraldry
Object type Uniform
Physical description Cotton
Maker Unknown
Date made Unknown
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

White cotton apron with full skirt and round-necked bib. Two wide straps at the top of the bib secure the apron over the back with two buttons on the left and right sides. The skirt is secured around the waist by a small button [missing] at the back. There is a pocket at the front right hip. A single dart has been sewn into the rear right hand side of the apron and three darts have been sewn into the rear left hand side.

History / Summary

Australian Army Nursing Service apron for the working uniform as worn during the Second World War.

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