Antique 1914 to 1918 first world war known as the great war L.E.S.M.A badge some age related wear 2 cm square please note we will donate a percentage to the association for lost limbs 
The abbreviation "l.e.s.m.a" can stand for Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association, an organization for veterans who have lost limbs,
This small reverse stamped badge 
The LESMA (Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association) was initially formed in Glasgow in the 1920s as a group of limbless ex-servicemen who gathered to support each other. This group later evolved into the first branch of the Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association. The organization later expanded into England, and dissatisfaction with Scottish control led to the formation of the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association (BLESMA) in 1931. 
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Origins in Glasgow:
In the 1920s, a group of limbless men in Glasgow began meeting to discuss their shared experiences and provide mutual support. 
Formalization:
This group established the first branch of the Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (LESMA) in 1921. 
Expansion to England:
LESMA branches spread to other cities in Scotland and then into England, forming groups in cities like Manchester, Leeds, and others. 
Formation of BLESMA:
Dissatisfaction with the Scottish leadership led to the English branches organizing a meeting in Leeds in 1931, where they decided to form the British Limbless Ex-Servicemen's Association (BLESMA). 
Post-WWII Growth:
The organization saw a significant increase in membership with the aftermath of World War II, reaching a peak of 124 branches in the mid-1950s. 
Decline and Modernization:
As the number of World War I and World War II veterans declined, so did the number of branches, with only 9 branches remaining today. 
BLESMA's Ongoing Role:
Today, BLESMA continues to support limbless veterans, providing a range of services and support to help them live independent and fulfilling lives according to Blesma.