Photograph depicts a Royal Irish Constabulary ornament with metal work that depicts a harp with a crown on top surrounded by a circle of writing that states "Royal Irish Constabulary". Handwritten annotation on verso reads: Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “Silver Celtic ornament worn by all officers after 1884 on the shoulder belt up to disbandment - 1922” Stamp on verso reads: “CHAS. B. HILL-TOUT 1650 Hampshire Road, oak Bay Victoria, B. C.” Item believed to be a part of J.J. Claxton's collection of police memorabilia.
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- Activities and structures for the administration of law and justice
- Law enforcement (eg. police forces, RCMP, coast guard)
- Courts, prisons, remand centres
- Litigation, arbitration, mediation, restorative justice, reconciliation, settlements
- Administrative and support organizations (eg. police boards)
- Community service programs
- Legislation
- Individuals (eg. lawyers, judges, police officers, bylaw officers, criminals)
- Professional organizations related to law and justice
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- MemoryBC Subject Groups