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408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron

Edmonton, Alberta
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
March 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 32

Badge of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron
Badge of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron

Badge of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron

Blazon

Argent a Canada goose volant proper;

Symbolism

The Canada goose is found in Canada, but also in England and Scotland, where the squadron was based in the Second World War. Its speed and power of flight symbolize the operational mission of the squadron.

Motto of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron

Blazon

FOR FREEDOM;

Symbolism

Not applicable

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on November 12, 2011 in Volume 145, page 3517 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron Letters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Robert Grey

Calligrapher

Shirley Mangione

Recipient Type

Military Institution