Historical information

The Sailors and Soldiers Father's Association was established during WW1 and was actively involved in hospital visits, repatriation issues, employment of returned servicemen and servicemen's rights. Later during WW2 the association expanded to include airmen's rights with similar goals to it's predecessor.
Part of the "Kevin John Herdman" (No 397661) Collection. See Cat No. 5924P for details of his service.

Physical description

Round silver coloured metal and enamel badge with fastening pin on back. King's Crown on top. Lettering around the circumference of badge on blue enamel background - IN THE SERVICE OF THOSE WHO SERVE AUSTRALIA. The central white bordered diamond contains words - SAILORS SOLDIERS & AIRMENS ASSOCIATION with the word FATHERS centrally located on a red background.
On banner at bottom on a red background - WOMENS AUXILIARY, makers mark on back.

Inscriptions & markings

Makers mark on back: 'K.G. LUKE, MELB'