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Winnipeg, Manitoba
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
February 15, 2008
Vol. V, p. 229
Badge of The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of CanadaBlazonThe figure of St. Andrew proper holding his cross Argent and standing on a mount Vert, all within a wreath of thistles proper issuant from four scrolls Or inscribed QUEEN’S OWN CAMERON HIGHLANDERS OF CANADA in letters Vert; SymbolismThe thistles (the national flower of Scotland) and the cross held by St. Andrew (the patron saint of Scotland) are common devices in badges of highland infantry. “QUEEN’S OWN CAMERON HIGHLANDERS OF CANADA” is a form of the regimental title. |
MottoBlazonULLAMH; SymbolismMeaning “Ready”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 22, 2008 in Volume 142, page 2987 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not applicable PainterNot available CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |