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Ottawa, Ontario
Confirmation of a Badge
November 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 77
Badge of the Canadian ArmyBlazonTwo Crusader’s swords in saltire Argent hilts and pommels Or surmounted by a maple leaf Gules; SymbolismThe Crusader’s swords symbolize the military heritage of the Canadian Army, while the maple leaf represents loyalty to Canada. |
MottoBlazonVIGILAMUS PRO TE; SymbolismThis Latin phrase means "We stand on guard for thee". |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 24, 2012 in Volume 146, page 749 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not available PainterNot available CalligrapherNot applicable Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe recipient's emblems were originally approved in the name of Land Force Command in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume III, page 400, 1 March 1998. A badge was subsequently approved for this recipient in Volume VI, page 212. |