413 Transport and Rescue Squadron

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Greenwood, Nova Scotia
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
November 20, 2008
Vol. V, p. 378

Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron
Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron
 
Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron

Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron

Blazon

Argent a maple leaf in autumnal colours surmounted by an elephant’s head caboshed proper;

Symbolism

The elephant head represents the squadron’s operations in Ceylon (Sri Lanka) during the Second World War, while the motto recalls its role in maritime surveillance.

Motto

Blazon

AD VIGILAMUS UNDIS;

Symbolism

Meaning “We watch the waves”.
 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 20, 2010 in Volume 144, page 440 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue SquadronLetters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 413 Transport and Rescue Squadron

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not applicable

Painter

Not applicable

Calligrapher

Not applicable

Recipient Type

Military Institution

Other Information

The badge was originally approved October 1943.