British Army and Commonwealth Forces 'Wound Stripe'. Gilding metal, tunic sleeve badge as worn 1916-1920 & 1939-1946

The reverse of badge complete with both loop fittings, and a brass cotter pin

Reverse of badge with die struck details 'A.B.) Prov Pat, 7342-17) 40'

The British Army began awarding a brass Wound Stripe' in 1916, with approval by the King Emperor, King George V. The badge was worn 'vertically' on the left forearm, fastened through the uniform cloth. One stripe was awarded per wound, with those who suffered multiple wounds wearing multiple 'Wounds Stripes' on their uniform

The badge was reintroduced in 1944 for the Second World War (1939–1945) and was discontinued after 1946

The qualifying dates for the award and wear of Wound Stripes in both World Wars was made retrospective to include wounds incurred from the start of each war, vis 1939 & 1945 respectively

Condition: GVF

Code: 23476