During the war, conscientious objectors were often colloquially—and usually depreciatively—referred to as conchies, but the first written evidence we have for this abbreviated form is not until 1917: ... Part of the revision process involves searching for earlier or additional evidence, and for this we need your help.

What does the word conchie mean?

/ˈkɑːn.tʃi/ informal for conscientious objector (= someone who refuses to work in the armed forces for moral or religious reasons) Complaining.

What is a conchie Joe?

conchie-joe. a white Bahamian (used by non-whites and whites; usually non-pejorative)