Russian War Relief

[davidcushworth]

I came across this badge. The back says "Official R.W.R.". Would this be similar to the British War Relief in the US? Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks

[mike_vee]

Originally Posted by davidcushworth

I came across this badge. The back says "Official R.W.R.". Would this be similar to the British War Relief in the US? Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks

From Wiki :

On July 29, 1941, one month after Germany's attack on Russia, a group met in New York. This effort led to the formal establishment of Russian War Relief, Inc. (RWR) in New York on September 12, 1941. The group had headquarters located at 535 Fifth Avenue in New York City.

The organization launched its fundraising drive with a mass meeting held at Madison Square Garden on October 27, 1941.

Pins (badges) were available in two sizes :

the larger pin is 2 1/8 Inch. The smaller pin is roughly 5/8 Inch.

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[davidcushworth]

Great, many thanks. One does live and learn, especially on this site.

[High Wood]

There were similar fund raising efforts in the U.K.

https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/fo...ctureid=116699