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Smudger 53

03-03-21 12:49 PM

RAF Cark Embroidered Badge

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Hi
I have just acquired this embroidered RAF Station 'Cark' badge.
The Station based in Cumbria was only in operation from 1941-45.
Could you tell me if this was worn on uniform or is it a Blazer Badge please.
Many thanks

dragon166

03-03-21 10:58 PM

I'd say it is a blazer badge.
Dave

Smudger 53

03-03-21 11:43 PM

Many thanks Dave

Home Guard

04-03-21 03:17 AM

What ever it is a very lovely and nicely aged and worn badge. In my mind, could not ask for better!!!

Terry

Smudger 53

04-03-21 11:52 AM

TY Terry.
It really is in good nick. No damage at all to te Embroidery
I cannot seem to find many WW2 RAF Station Badges like this o gain more info. Does anyone know if there are any sites that deal in this sort of thing please?

mike_vee

04-03-21 12:25 PM

Regarding the design on the badge :

Authorised : King George IV - January 1943.

Details about RAF Cark can be found on this page :

https://www.rafweb.org/Stations/Stations-C.htm

Info about all RAF Stations/Wings/Squadrons on this site :

https://www.rafweb.org/index.html

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