21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron

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North Bay, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
May 15, 1989
Vol. I, p. 12

Badge of the 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron
Badge of the 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron
 
Badge of the 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron

Badge of the 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron

Blazon

Argent a thistle of two heads slipped and leaved proper;

Symbolism

The squadron was established to replace 21 Radar Squadron, which was originally situated in St. Margarets, New Brunswick. The thistle, the floral emblem of Scotland, represents St. Margaret, who was queen of Scotland. The prickles of the thistle symbolize the defensive role of the squadron.

Motto

Blazon

INTRUDER BEWARE;

Symbolism

Not applicable.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on October 3, 2015 in Volume 149, page 2338 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of the 21 Aerospace Control and Warning Squadron

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available.

Painter

Not available

Calligrapher

Not available

Recipient Type

Military Institution