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Old 17-12-17, 03:26 PM
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Default Help please with chevrons patch.

This embroidered red chevron patch came with a group of WWII RAF servicemans badges, medals, photos etc. Having done a bit of googling I can't find any confirmation of the RAF using Army type overseas service chevrons in WWII. I did come across the Civil Defence years of service chevrons on a black ground but this one is definately on an RAF type blue/grey backing. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Tom.



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Old 17-12-17, 03:34 PM
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Not sure where the idea of overseas service is from? These are service chevrons for the number of years service.
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Old 17-12-17, 03:57 PM
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This exact type was also worn by Royal Observer Corps members (See attached image - 3 in middle of front row and chap third from left in back row with arms folded). They come in a few different varieties of woven manufacture and also printed.

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Thanks both of you. That probably explains it. Tom.
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