National Fire Brigades Union Ambulance firemans red cross sleeve badge

A rare original pre-1918 early period 'National Fire Brigades Union Ambulance qualification sleeve badge'; large nickel example with voided cross to the centre. Very good condition, complete with original vertical two loop fittings and pin, red felt backing an old replacement.
Diameter approx 44mm.
The 'National Fire Brigades Union' was formed in September 1887, it changed it name to 'National Fire Brigades Association' in 1918 to avoid confusion and distance itself from the trade union.

Code: 65215