"'Unity is Strength' 1906 Conservative badge" [NMLH.2025.23.9]

Catalogue Number
NMLH.2025.23.9

Object Name
badge

Title
'Unity is Strength. 1906'

Place
UK

People
Conservative Party, National Unionist Association

Events
Elections

Description
A cross shaped badge. At the centre is a shield holding three gold swirls. The four limbs of the cross each has a word making the phrase: 'Unity is Strength. 1906' in gold lettering.

While we have little context for this badge, the shape is associated with the National Unionist Association, a movement in favour of the colonial union between the UK and Ireland which was associated with the Conservative Party.

Badges are an important way for political parties and their supporters to communicate their beliefs and values to others. This can help start conversations with friends or strangers which may encourage others to vote for the party.

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