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410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron

Cold Lake, Alberta
Confirmation of a Badge
March 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 321

Badge of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron
Badge of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron

Badge of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron

Blazon

Argent a cougar’s face surmounting a decrescent proper;

Symbolism

The cougar is a Canadian animal noted for its speed and power in striking down its prey. The waning moon indicates the squadron’s original role in night operations.

Motto of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron

Blazon

NOCTIVAGA;

Symbolism

This Latin word means “Night wanderers”.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on October 25, 2014 in Volume 148, page 2734 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent confirming the Badge of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron Letters patent confirming the Badge of the 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Robert Grey

Calligrapher

Shirley Mangione

Recipient Type

Military Institution

Notes

A painting of this Badge was made subsequent to the confirmation in Vol. V, page 377.