RAF Station Cosford Royal Air Force Badge H.W.Miller

A scarce original early Elizabeth II period 'Royal Air Force Station Cosford gilt and enamel badge' the centre displaying an Oak tree with French motto 'Seul Le Premier Pas Coute' (Only the first step is difficult); the reverse impressed with maker's details 'H.W.Miller Ltd Branston St B'Ham.18'. Good condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel loss to right side of crown. Height 34mm. RAF Cosford was opened in 1938. In the Second World War No 12 Ferry Pool of the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) was formed there and it was once home to an important 'Princess Mary's Royal Air Force Nursing Service' hospital.