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Armband
1942, Metal, Textile
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Armband
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Armband
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A green cloth armband with red capital letters that read 'B.R.C.S. A.R.P Reserve'. The armband has a metal buckle.
Date
1942
Type
Metal; Textile
The initials on this armband stand for the British Red Cross Society, Air Raid Precautions Reserve. During World War II many men and women were recruited to groups to form Britain's civil defence. The aim was to ensure that Britain would be prepared in the event of an enemy attack on home soil. The A.R.P. (Air Raid Precautions) was formed in 1937. Their job was to help people reach air raid shelters, assist in the event of an emergency, and to supervise the blackout.
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