Description: a original First war era sweetheart or lapel badge of ROYAL NAVAL AIR SERVICE ARMOURED CAR SECTION cap badge detail pin and hook to reverse measuring approx 2.7cm x 2.7cm a antique item still retaining some gilt wash in good condition photos taken on 1cm scale board combined postage at no further cost / boxed postage at cost with refund if required Royal Naval Armoured ServiceThe Royal Naval Armoured Service, also known as the Royal Naval Armoured Car Division (RNACD), was a specialized unit of the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) during World War I. Established in September 1914, it was initially formed with 60 fighting vehicles, including Rolls-Royce, Clement-Talbot, and Wolsey armoured cars, supported by non-fighting vehicles, ambulances, and spare parts carriers.Key FactsThe unit was headquartered in London and had a depot at Wormwood Scrubs.By November 1914, the Force became the Royal Naval Armoured Car Division (RNACD) with plans to expand to 23 squadrons.The RNACD played a significant role in reconnaissance and tactical operations, replacing cavalry units.Many members of the Armoured Car Section later assisted the Landships Committee in the development of the first tanks.The unit saw action in various theaters, including France, the Eastern Mediterranean, and Russia
Price: 90 GBP
Location: march, Cambridgeshire
End Time: 2025-01-15T12:39:10.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Return policy details: full refund if item not as described
Type: sweetheart Badge
Issued/ Not-Issued: Not-Issued
Clothing Type: original genuine
Conflict: World War I (1914-1918)
Era: 1914-1945
Country/ Organization: Great Britain
Theme: Militaria
Service: Navy
Featured Refinements: Sweetheart Brooch
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
