Lapel badge commemorating the First Fleet 1908
Maker
Britain Bros Co
Date1908
Object number00046533
NameLapel badge
MediumMetal, ribbon
DimensionsOverall (Includes ribbon): 38 x 21 x 7 mm, 1 g
ClassificationsCommemorative artefacts
Credit LineANMM Collection
DescriptionLapel badge produced in 1908 to mark 120 years since the arrival of the First Fleet in Australia in 1788.HistoryCommemorative medals and badges are struck to recognise service not specifically acknowledged by government issues or to reward a particular individual for some noteworthy event or personal achievement. They are also produced for the general public to have some kind of connection with the event or person.
SignificanceThis badge is representative of the diversity of commemorative ware relating to naval themes. Some were produced as fund raisers, others in memory of an event or a ship but all are tangible relics of naval history.
