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Greenwood, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
November 20, 2008
Vol. V, p. 373
Badge of the 405 Long Range Patrol and Training SquadronBlazonArgent an eagle’s head erased contourné proper holding in its beak a sprig of three maple leaves Vert; SymbolismThe motto refers to the fact that this was the first bomber squadron overseas, and the only pathfinder force squadron. The eagle’s head, suggesting leadership, is derived from the pathfinder badge. |
MottoBlazonDUCIMUS; SymbolismMeaning “We lead”. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 20, 2010 in Volume 144, page 440 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not applicable PainterNot applicable CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe badge was originally approved on 1 September 1946. |