RAF No 2 A.C. Royal Air Force Reconnaissance Squadron Badge c1940 H.W.Miller

A very scarce original King George VI period 'Royal Air Force No 11 Army Co-operation Reconnaissance Squadron gilt and enamel badge' the centre depicting a 'Wake Knot' symbol with Latin motto 'Hereward' (Guardian of the Army), the reverse impressed with maker's details 'H.W.Miller Ltd Branston St. B'Ham.18'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt finish remains bright.
Height approx 33mm.
In 1944 the Royal Air Force Army Co-operation, Reconnaissance Squadron brought back the first aerial photographs of the D-Day Landings.

Code: 67629