Historical information

In the 2000s Legacy released a range of Legacy Bears to expand the merchandise available for sale during Legacy Week and at other fundraising opportunities during the year. This bear is in an Australian World War 1 uniform and slouch hat. He was given the name Digger.
The term "digger" was military slang for Australian and New Zealand soldiers. It became closely linked with the principles of mateship during World War I.
This Digger bear reminds us of the endurance, courage, ingenuity, good humour, hardiness, and resourcefulness the ANZAC forces showed during the Gallipoli campaign and other WW1 campaigns.
This was a special edition of the bears. In 2021 the price was increased to $20 per bear.

Significance

An example of the type of products sold along with Legacy Badges for fundraising in the 2010-2020s.

Physical description

Legacy bear dressed in a World War 1 uniform with a printed cardboard tag.

Inscriptions & markings

Printed tag gives the price as $20.