WW2 No 29 Fighter Squadron Enamel and Gilt Brass Sweetheart Pin Brooch Badge - Miller c1940s

A scarce WW2 issue (as determined from the four line maker mark, post WW2 issues had a different configuration) in very good condition with no damage to enamel and with functional and original pin fitting and clasp. Circa 33mm tall. Maker marked: H W Miller / Ltd / Branston St / B'ham 18. No 29 Squadron began the Second World War equipped with Blenheims, which at the period operated as day fighters – especially on convoy protection patrols. From June 1940 it became a night fighter squadron, receiving some of the first Beaufighters in November, though it was February 1941 before the squadron was fully equipped with the new fighter. Various marks of the de Havilland Mosquito were flown by the squadron from May 1943 culminating in the Mosquito NF30. The badge depicted shows an eagle in flight harassing a buzzard. Comm ErYa