ProvenanceAfter a period of basic training, the 27th Battalion embarked for the Middle East on the troopship HMAT A2 Geelong on 31 May 1915,[7] arriving there on 6 July.SignificanceThe 27th Battalion was an infantry battalion of the Australian Army. It was initially raised in 1915 as part of the First Australian Imperial Force for service during World War I.DescriptionCircular badge: white background featuring a flag and pole. The flag is blue with yellow fringing bearing a map of Australia marked '27th', a wreath and marked 'Australia'. Marked '27th Battalion A.I.F.' 'Sailed May 31st 1915'. Printed paper between tin base and celluloid cover.Creator (person)Creator (organisation)AcknowledgementDate of Creation1915Date of Usage1915Accession NumberHT 1985.2014
