| Places | |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL25320.002 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Wool cloth; cotton embroidery |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | c 1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Qualification badge: Unofficial RAF pattern Wireless Air Gunner's 'WAG' brevet - Flying Officer M D Freudenstein RAAF, 640 Squadron RAF
Description
Unofficial RAF pattern Wireless Air Gunner's 'WAG' brevet with white wing, and white 'WAG' within a brown wreath, all on a black ground.
History / Summary
Associated with 421324 Flying Officer Morris Dolf Freudenstein RAAF, who served with 640 Squadron RAF during World War Two. This brevet was introduced in 1943 as an interim measure to overcome the problem of full trade recognition after promotion of Wireless / Air Gunners to Warrant Officer or Officer rank, with the ommission of the 'sparks' badge.