Historical information
The Returned from Active Service Badge (RASB) is an Australian military decoration awarded to Defence Force members who have served in warlike operations, allowing for recognition when wearing civilian attire. The bronzed badge features a boomerang with "RETURNED FROM ACTIVE SERVICE," surmounted by a crown, with an anchor, wings, and Rising Sun. This item has no known provenance.
Physical description
Dark brown metal badge with boomerang at bottom, anchor above, rising sun in middle and crown at the top.
Inscriptions & markings
Front: Returned from active service
Back: 22770. G & E Rodd 1940. Issued by the C'Wealth Govt.
