| Place | Asia: Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM41035.012 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Cotton jean; Embroidery cotton thread |
| Location | Main Bld: Vietnam Gallery: Upper Level: APC |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Date made | c 1960-1972 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
Badge : Formation Badge : 1 Troop, 3 Cavalry Regiment, Royal Australian Armoured Corps (Vietnam)
Description
White shield shaped badge with embroidered black border, in the centre of which is red embroidered St George figure on a horse slaying a dragon, all edged with black embroidery.
History / Summary
This insignia was worn by 1 Troop, 3 Cavalry Regiment, Royal Australian Armoured Corps and approved by the St George Football Club. This is one of a number of unofficial badges designed by and manufactured for Australian units in Vietnam. They were purchased at private expense.