Voluntary Work for the Forces Badge

The Voluntary Work for the Forces badge was awarded during the Second World War. To earn a badge you had to contribute at least three months (about 600 hours) voluntary work in aid of the war effort.

The Women’s Voluntary Service (WVS) helped over 10,000 people every night during the Blitz. They provided round-the-clock food and drink from mobile canteens for the Air Raid Protection wardens and firemen. There was no compulsory uniform and many volunteers simply wore the WVS badge on their lapel.