Historical information

Badges like this were sold in trams, buses, at railways stations and at rallies during World War I to raise money for different patriotic and charitable causes including the Australian, British and French Red Cross, Hospitals, allied countries, current serving men and women, discharged, wounded and disabled servicemen and women, and their families.
The Commonwealth Button Fund was established in mid-1915 and, over the next 6 years, 33 Button Days were held. "Our Sailors Day" button day was held on March 23 1917. It was the first to be dedicated to Australia's naval forces and proceeds were given to The Navy League.

Physical description

Small round badge made from printed paper between a tin base and celluloid cover. Picture of the navy ensign on a blue background, inside a white life ring, on which is printed "Our Sailors Day"

Inscriptions & markings

Our Sailors Day