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Sudbury, Ontario
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
September 15, 2008
Vol. V, p. 347
Badge of Irish Regiment of CanadaBlazonAn eight-pointed diamond-cut star Or charged with a harp Argent above a scroll Vert fimbriated and inscribed with the Motto in letters Argent, the star’s topmost point surmounted by the Royal Crown proper; SymbolismThe star is a customary infantry badge shape from the 19th century. The crown represents service to the Sovereign. The harp styled as the Maid of Erin is an emblem of Ireland. “FÍOR GO BÁS” is the motto of the regiment. |
MottoBlazonFÍOR GO BÁS; SymbolismMeaning “Faithful until death”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 21, 2009 in Volume 143, page 693 of the Canada Gazette.   |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not applicable PainterNot applicable CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution |