| Place | Middle East: British Mandate of Palestine, Palestine, Gaza |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL25364 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Badge |
| Physical description | Acetate |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | British Mandate of Palestine: Palestine |
| Date made | 11 July 1942 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Gaza Surf Carnival official's badge : Private J W J Saunderson, 2/1 Battalion
Description
Rectangular white acetate cloth badge with frayed ends. Printed in black on one side with 'OFFICIAL / A.I.F. (Palestine) Surf Carnival Gaza / 11.7.42'.
History / Summary
Associated with NX8498 Private James William Joseph Saunderson who served with 2/1 Australian Infantry Battalion and 1 Australian Supply and Transport Battalion. He embarked for service on 10 January 1940 and served in the Middle East until 31 January 1943. He was discharged on 20 October 1944.