Australian Military Forces button
Several different styles of buttons were used on Australian tunics. Some were made of plastic or plaited leather and others were made from oxidised copper, which made them look dark brown.
What does the crown symbolise on this button? Why do you think this was included in the design? Does this add to your understanding of Australian society at the time? Why or why not?
Some armies wore shiny, reflective buttons during the war. Why would Australians want to wear oxidised buttons instead during wartime?