Canadian Expeditionary Force Command

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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
April 15, 2008
Vol. V, p. 277

Badge of Canadian Expeditionary Force Command
Badge of Canadian Expeditionary Force Command
 
Badge of Canadian Expeditionary Force Command

Badge of Canadian Expeditionary Force Command

Blazon

Sable a falcon wings elevated and addorsed, its dexter claw resting on a terrestrial globe Argent;

Symbolism

The black background represents military fortitude and the notions of action and combat. The globe symbolizes CEFCOM’s area of operations. The falcon represents someone who does not rest until the objective is achieved.

Motto

Blazon

UNANIMI CUM RATIONE;

Symbolism

UNANIMI CUM RATIONE, meaning “United in purpose”.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on November 22, 2008 in Volume 142, page 2987 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Expeditionary Force CommandLetters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Command

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not applicable

Painter

Eva Pilar-Cass

Calligrapher

Shirley Mangione

Recipient Type

Military Institution