As we’ve all been made very aware, this is the 100th anniversary of commercial lighter-than-air travel. But as many still don’t know, it’s also the 110th anniversary of This Grand Nation’s Order of Steersmen. On this date in 1899, the Steersmen were incorporated by Admiral Smythe-Hutchins – much to the dismay and embarrassment of Lord Carruthers – to be the honorable fellows whose steadfast hands would guide the airship fleet through the celestial expanse.
As an especial salute to these first stalwarts, Royal Steamline presents a particular pair of dress badges commemorating this heady time in Our History. The Particular Order of Master Steersmen is presented in limited edition as a salute to hydrogen, aluminum and the steely-eyed souls who piloted them through the blue profundities. Handcrafted from vintage and new buttons, seam binding and millinery, this collection can usually only be purchased through the Royal Steamline Etsy shop. But today, we’re giving away two special pieces from the collection: one Steersman dress badge and one Steersman brooch (see images below).
The first two people to contact us via email or Twitter DM will receive a dress badge or brooch. We will contact the winners to get all of your shipping details.
Photo by Royal Steamline
{Royal Steamline Dress Badge - The Steersman Gent}
{Royal Steamline Brooch - The Steersman Lady}
