| Place | Asia: Singapore, Changi |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/04518.007 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Aluminium, Wood |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Singapore: Changi |
| Date made | 1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Trophy Shield : Drill and Sports Competition, Changi
Description
Wooden shield inlaid with aluminium plaques. At the top is an aluminium scroll engraved 'Jeater Shield'. Beneath this is a raised wooden plaque in the same shape as the sheild which is covered with aluminium and engraved 'L of C Bde Drill & Sports Competition Changi 1943 Won by'. Inlaid along the bottom are three aluminuim plaques. Only the first is engraved and reads 'Supply Coy March'.
History / Summary
This plaque was made in Changi but the details surrounding it's history are unknown. It is possibly named for Lieutenant Colonel William David Jeater who served with 2/20 Battalion and was captured by the Japanese in 1942. He was released at the end of the war and discharged in February 1946.