Discover the stories of Australia’s towns and communities through the unique lens of commemorative badges and patches.
2024 Edition: War Memorial Badges & Patches - NOW ADDED TO THE STORE!
By Mark Taylor – An Australian Badge Guide Publication
Uncover a century of remembrance with the latest edition of the premier guide to Australian memorial insignia. Since 2012, Mark Taylor has been dedicated to the documentation and preservation of these small but significant "button" histories. This 129-page volume serves as an essential resource for genealogists, military historians, and phalerists (badge collectors) alike.
What’s Inside:
Comprehensive Visuals: 381 high-quality badge images documenting the evolution of remembrance.
Community Focus: Profiles of 149 Australian towns, including rare memorial photographs that ground each badge in its physical location.
Expert Research: Insights into 15 different badge makers, 748 explanatory notes, and 182 references for deeper study.
Social Heritage: A dedicated look at how Australian communities have used badges to fund memorials, support veterans, and keep the spirit of ANZAC alive.
Price: RRP $28.95 Commitment: Every purchase supports the ongoing protection of our Australian social history.