Corps Badges
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The two errors produced since 1994 have both been worn. First the light blue background was worn on jumpers until stocks ran out (about 2000 made). The second error was worn and should never have been because it shows the national colour's in the wrong sequence.

The RED AIR CORPS flash was worn from the mid 1950's to early 1960's. It was worn by the Apprentice Classes of the day. It is not clear if the badge was an error in design or was intended to identify the Apprentice Class. At the same time the Blue badge was being worn by all other personnel.

The red badge below was worn by Apprentice Paddy Mullen, Apprentice Class 1956.
Late 1950's - Early 1960's
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Pre 1994  Since 1994
   

      

Error 1994 - 1999

Error 1995 - 2001

 

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 Page Updated : Saturday, 29 September 2007