The poppy is one of the most powerful symbols of remembrance. Instantly recognisable, deeply emotional, and universally respected. At the Australian War Animals Memorial Organisation (AWAMO), we believe remembrance should reflect the full story of service and sacrifice. That story includes not only the men and women who served, but also the animals who stood beside them.
The AWAMO Dual Red and Purple Poppy Pin brings these stories together in a single, meaningful symbol.
The red poppy has long been worn to commemorate human service members who have given their lives in war and conflict. It symbolises courage, loss, and enduring gratitude.
The purple poppy honours animals who served alongside humans in war and service roles. Horses that carried soldiers into battle, dogs that detected danger and saved lives, pigeons that carried vital messages, and many other animals whose service often came at great personal cost.
By uniting the red and purple poppies, this pin recognises that remembrance is strongest when it is inclusive.
War and service animals have played essential roles throughout history, often without choice or voice. They worked in extreme conditions, faced the same dangers as their human counterparts, and in many cases paid the ultimate price.
The dual poppy acknowledges:
It is a quiet but powerful statement that their sacrifice matters.
The AWAMO Dual Red and Purple Poppy Pin can be worn on:
Wearing the pin is a visible sign of remembrance and a conversation starter, inviting others to learn about the often overlooked role of animals in war and service.
Every Dual Poppy Pin sold directly supports the work of AWAMO, including:
By wearing this pin, you are not only remembering the past, but helping protect that memory for future generations.
The Dual Red and Purple Poppy Pin is more than an accessory. It is a shared act of remembrance, a symbol of gratitude, and a reminder that service and sacrifice came in many forms.
Lest we forget.
Neither the human, nor the animal.
