Badge of H.M.C.S Montréal
Badge of H.M.C.S Montréal
Blazon
Azure a pile reversed Argent charged in base with two bars wavy, overall a coronet of maple leaves and fleurs-de-lis Azure fimbriated Argent;
Symbolism
The two blue bars represent the St. Lawrence River and the triangular shape Mount Royal, which gave its name to the city of Montreal. The coronet, a symbol of royalty, recalls the name of the mountain. The fleur-de-lis situates the city in the province of Quebec, while the maple leaves represent her status as a Canadian ship of war. Blue and white are the colours of the flag of Quebec.
Motto of H.M.C.S Montréal
Blazon
TON BRAS SAIT PORTER L’ÉPÉE;
Symbolism
TON BRAS SAIT PORTER L’ÉPEE, meaning “Your arm knows how to bear a sword” is taken from the French lyrics of the Canadian national anthem. The ship has traditionally used a line from the English lyrics as the motto translation, “We stand on guard for thee”, to express a similar sentiment.
