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Old 18-04-15, 12:06 PM
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Nice to see someone trying to get it right.

Army Council Instruction 117 of 3rd February 1945 states;

The following distinguishing marks will be worn by nursing officers on certain items of the drab uniform authorized under Army Order 225 of 1943 both at home and overseas. These articles will be provided at the expense of officers;

a) Lanyard in QAIMNS colours ie grey and scarlet,
b) The regimental designations and slip-on shoulder titles "Q.A.I.M.N.S." and "T.A.N.S."
c) Dull cherry backing to worsted rank badges.

I have a contemporary QAIMNS BD with these markings (sorry no photo)

Matrons had adopted the dull cherry cap bands and gorget patches of staff officers after Army Order 225 was published.

The ACI goes on to say that "In tropical areas worsted rank badges on a plain backing will be worn on the shoulder strap of the bush shirt.

Hope that helps

Jon
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