BRCS Titles in WWI
 

I am trying to determine if the metal BRCS titles were worn in WWI?

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This is a picture I found online, but am not sure if it is WWI or WWII?

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Another picture I found online, and I believe this is a BRCS/VAD in WWI. She appears to have the metal titles on her shoulder.

Any help is appreciated.

Terry

Terry,

Yes they were worn both before, during and after WW1 and during WW2

regards.

What does the G I stand for -many thanks
David

I believe its G1 meaning Grade One, a qualification given to female members of detachments. Grade 1 in what though? I dont know.

Only worn on the shoulder strap on outdoor uniform, ie jacket or greatcoat.

regards

Simon many thanks
David

From: World War II Allied Nursing Services By Martin Brayley
"On each epaulette are brass titles ;'G1' shows that she has the BRC Grade 1 qualification."

Excellent photo in book show a VAD nurse in British Red Cross Society dark blue 'outdoor' uniform with numerous badges/titles.


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Unfortunately, the wartime uniforms of the Red Cross and St John organisations are some of the least recorded/published in books, making it very difficult to determine what is pre-war/wartime/post-war.

Thats a great photo showing many of the obscure arm badges that could be worn.

regards

Dress Regulations are very helpful but hard to find.

regards

Thank you all gentlemen. It was my understanding that they did wear the metal titles during both wars, and I have seen two types - solid, and voided versions of the titles. Not sure if this helps ID the time frame or not. I have also understood that the "GI" badge indicates a Grade 1 Nurse.

Terry

I dont think the voided v non-voided titles can be used to indicate period of use.

regards

Thanks again Simon! That is actually good news!

Terry

Terry lockdales auction lot 1219 sale date 23/24 th Jan 2021 There is a tatty uniform for sale ,but worth having a look for insignia as worn
David

Thanks David, I looked through that auction but there was no lot 1219 in it? I'm probably doing something wrong, but not sure what???

Terry

Terry rechecked LOT 1219 WW2 NURSES JACKET WITH RED CROSS 100 WEST LANCS TITLES V A D SLEEVE starting price £34.00
Titles are the solid type +other insignia Has the G 1 brass title present
David