WW2 British Auxiliary Fire Service Patch Starch Back

This is a World War II-era British Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) patch featuring a starch back. The AFS was established in 1938 to support local fire brigades during wartime emergencies, notably during the Blitz. Members of the AFS played a crucial role in firefighting and rescue operations across the United Kingdom. The patch is constructed from cloth and measures approximately [insert dimensions if known], featuring the characteristic AFS insignia. The starch backing, typical of the period, was intended to provide durability and ease of attachment to uniforms. Patches such as this were commonly sewn onto tunics or battledress uniforms by AFS personnel. This insignia serves as a representative example of British home front organizations’ insignia from the Second World War, reflecting the structure and identification methods used by auxiliary services. Collectors and historians may find this item relevant when examining uniform components and the operational history of Britain’s civil defense efforts during World War II.