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Peter William McCrodan

Victoria, British Columbia
Grant of Arms and Flag
November 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 182

Arms of Peter William McCrodan
Arms of Peter William McCrodan Arms of Peter William McCrodan

Arms of Peter William McCrodan

Blazon

Or between two barrulets a rod fesswise Vert held by a dexter hand couped palewise Gules;

Symbolism

The gold field and green bars are based on the arms of the County Donegal. The rod alludes to the name “MacRodain”, a source of the surname McCrodan, meaning “rod” or “strong”. The latter idea is emphasized by the image of the red hand lifting the rod.

Crest of Peter William McCrodan

Blazon

A pine tree proper on a grassy mound Vert set with gemstones Argent;

Symbolism

The pine tree is based on a drawing by Frederick Varley and represents Mr. McCrodan’s interest for the outdoors. His association with financial markets is symbolized by the white gemstones.

Motto of Peter William McCrodan

Blazon

DILSEACHD IS NEART AIR SON NA FIRINN;

Symbolism

This Gaelic phrase means “Loyalty and strength for truth.”
Flag of Peter William McCrodan Flag of Peter William McCrodan

Flag of Peter William McCrodan

Blazon

A banner of the Arms;

Symbolism

The symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 8, 2008 in Volume 142, page 551 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Peter William McCrodan Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Peter William McCrodan Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Peter William McCrodan Letters patent granting heraldic emblems to Peter William McCrodan

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