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Ottawa, Ontario
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge and a Flag
February 15, 2013
Vol. VI, p. 210
Flag of the Canadian Forces Dental ServicesBlazonPer bend Vert and Azure the Badge; SymbolismThe symbolism of this emblem is found in other element(s) of this record. |
Badge of the Canadian Forces Dental ServicesBlazonAn oval Vert edged Or charged with a sword point in base and a rod of Aesculapius in saltire surmounted by the Greek capital letter Delta Argent, all within a wreath of maple leaves Or and ensigned by the Royal Crown proper; SymbolismThe Greek letter Delta signifies dentistry, while the rod of Aesculapius and the sword represent the healing art and military environment of the Dental Service. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on November 30, 2013 in Volume 147, page 2705 of the Canada Gazette.    |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not available PainterNot available CalligrapherNot available Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe badge was originally approved in March 1969 and the Flag in April 1977. |