Object numberM2006/064:004
DescriptionTwo army identity disks, one circular and one angular, with string worn by soldiers around the neck. Each states the name as "Totz A J", the religion as "Hebrew" and the army number "NX132532" on the other side B 3 is stamped into the tags. Soldier wear these so in case of death on the battlefield, they can be identified and the right burial service can be performed. One disc is buried, the other is returned to the family.
Production placeAustralia
Subjectsoldiers, Australian armed forces
Object nameidentification numbers
Dimensions
- diameter: 35.00 mm
length: 30.00 mm
width: 40.00 mm
Credit lineSydney Jewish Museum Collection, Donated by Mr Abraham Toltz