RAF No 279 Maintenance Unit Cardington Royal Air Force Badge c1950s RAF No 279 Maintenance Unit Cardington Royal Air Force Badge c1950s

RAF No 279 Maintenance Unit Cardington Royal Air Force Badge c1950s


A rare original circa 1950's 'RAF No 279 Maintenance Unit' gilt and enamel badge, depicting a 'gas cylinder' with motto "I Bring The Breath of Life". Good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, minor service wear to gilt finish.
Height 31mm.

RAF Cardington, produced all the gases used by the Royal Air Force until its closure in 2000.

Code: 53713

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