South African Air Force Gymnasium Cloth Badge – “E Gymnasio Virtus” Medals Issued to civilians working in

Issued to civilians working in essential wartime industries during World War I

Formation insignia served both identification and esprit de corps purposes and were often removed prior to operations to maintain anonymity in the field

Gun & Rifle Makers

This flag served as the official national symbol of South Africa during:British Dominion (as the Union of South Africa

This badge features the Prince of Wales’s feathers in the center

South African Air Force Gymnasium Cloth Badge – “E Gymnasio Virtus” Medals Issued to civilians working inOriginal embroidered cloth badge worn by trainees and instructors of the South African Air Force Gymnasium, the foundational training unit for all SAAF non commissioned personnel. The badge features a stylised eagle with outstretched wings rising above a golden sunburst, symbolising enlightenment through discipline and knowledge. Below is the Latin motto "E Gymnasio Virtus", which translates to "From the Gymnasium, Strength" or "From Training Comes