ProvenanceBadge produced in the early days of World War I to raise funds for the war effort.
The phrase ‘Ready! Aye Ready!’ was popularised as the response of the colonies to Britain’s call for support in the war. The British bulldog was used in various pieces of propaganda which called on volunteers and support for the war effort.SignificanceIllustrative of the badges that were popular as a means of raising funds or showing support for particular organisations or causes during World War I. This and other associated badges are a rich source of evidence on the material and cultural history of Australia, particularly during wartime. The symbols, colours and mottoes used on the badges themselves also express ideas about the values and identity that Australians held in the early to mid-twentieth century.DescriptionCircular badge: printed paper between tin base and celluloid cover. Paper backing. Full colour illustration depicting bulldog on Union Jack. Marked 'Ready! Aye Ready!' 'Copyright' in black text.Creator (person)Creator (organisation)AcknowledgementDate of Creation1914 - 1918Date of Usage1914 - 1918MaterialTin
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|celluloid Accession NumberHT 1986.0006
