WW1 British BEF Princess Mary Tin With Pencil 1914 Dated

This item is a rare piece of WW1 history, a British BEF Princess Mary Tin with Pencil, dated from 1914. The British Expeditionary Force (BEF) was the initial British force deployed during the First World War. The tin, named after Princess Mary, the daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, was part of a morale-boosting initiative she championed. These tins were filled with various items like tobacco, chocolate, and pencils and sent to all British soldiers and sailors as a Christmas gift during the first year of the war. This particular item not only includes the tin, but also the original pencil inside, both in good condition. The tin features an embossed profile of Princess Mary on the lid. This is an exceptional piece of military memorabilia, reflecting a poignant moment in British history.