Historical information
The New Zealand College Rifles was formed in 1897 from three Colleges in Auckland as a Cadet Military Unit, members served in South Africa, WW1 & 2.
Item in the collection re John D Gardiner No 2832, refer Cat No 5892.2 for his service details.
Physical description
Badge pressed brass, top has a crown with date under over star style shape with central motiff, scroll at bottom with raised lettering, rear has three lugs.
Inscriptions & markings
On face, "1897, College Rifles Auckland"
