File 13 - Money belt.

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Title proper

Money belt.

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    Reference code

    SCA195-GA424-2-13

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    Date(s)

    • [between 1940 and 1945] (Creation)

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    Physical description

    1 money belt : leather and metal ; 91 x 8 cm

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    Name of creator

    (1920-1988)

    Custodial history

    Scope and content

    A money belt that belonged to Cameron Hill during the Second World War.

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    Immediate source of acquisition

    Donated by the Hill Family in 2019.

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    Language of material

    • English

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      Location of originals

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      Money belt scanned as TIF file October 2025.

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      General note

      Money belts were used to carry money or other personal items and valuables. Money belts were not typically issued to aircrew as part of their kit by the Royal Canadian Air Force or the Royal Air Force. These belts were custom made for or by an individual.

      Physical description

      The money belt is made from brown leather and has four pockets fastened with snaps. In addition, the belt has two horizontal adjustable leather straps to secure the belt around the wearer's waist. Cameron Hill's name and military identification number are printed on the belt.

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      Described by NM in May 2019.

      Language of description

      • English

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        Sources

        Information about material in this file was, in part, gathered from the following sources:

        National Air Force Museum of Canada

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