The Poppy Collection ® Women of The First World War Brooch . ▪️ Women played a huge role in the First World War. They served as nurses in the field hospitals, & here at home. They worked in factories, making munitions. They worked on the land. And they were recognised afterwards with the right to vote. . The brooch is beautifully packaged in a floral design box. Each brooch comes with a certificate commemorating the life of a woman who lost her life as a direct result of the First World War. These names are recognised by CWGC as women serving in the auxiliary units during the First World War. . 100 years on, The Royal British Legion have created this special brooch dedicated to the memory of the courageous women who served & lost their life as a direct result of the First World War. . Designed exclusively for the Centenary year, this stunning brooch adds a vintage feel to the classic two petal enamel poppy. Plated with a gold tone & hand finished with brilliant baguette crystals, this charming brooch is the perfect way to support The Royal British Legion. . 100% of the profits go to the Royal British Legion. The Poppy Shop is the online shop for The Royal British Legion. This means all purchases made from the Poppy Shop help to fund the work of the Legion, providing lifelong support for the Armed Forces community - serving men & women, veterans, & their families. . . Visit: http://tidd.ly/88752f8b . ▪️ For more booches like this from the Poppy shop collection visit The Poppy Shop, link is in our profile page bio. . Check our stories for selected items. . . . #poppyappeal #poppybrooch #poppy #Brooch #remembrance #history #Lestweforget ##Poppies #poppycollection #Royalbritishlegion #Britishlegion #BritishArmy #RAF #RoyalNavy #Royalairforce #Britisharmedforces #RoyalFamily #Royals #jewels #rememberthem #remembranceday #BritishMonarchy (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4nTNWagxD0/?igshid=ml16tv38albg