439 Combat Support Squadron

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Alouette, Quebec
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
March 15, 2012
Vol. VI, p. 128

Badge of the 439 Combat Support Squadron
Badge of the 439 Combat Support Squadron
 
Badge of the 439 Combat Support Squadron

Badge of the 439 Combat Support Squadron

Blazon

Argent a fountain overall a sabre-toothed tiger’s head erased proper;

Symbolism

The tiger’s head symbolizes the squadron’s nickname, the “Sabre-toothed Squadron”. The fountain refers to the squadron’s pioneering first flight of Sabre aircraft across the Atlantic Ocean.

Motto

Blazon

FANGS OF DEATH;

Symbolism

Not applicable
 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on November 3, 2012 in Volume 146, page 3054 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 439 Combat Support SquadronLetters patent confirming the blazon of the Badge of the 439 Combat Support Squadron

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Not available

Calligrapher

Not applicable

Recipient Type

Military Institution

Other Information

The badge was originally approved in May 1954.