Arms of Patrick Andrew McEachran Gilligan-Hackett
Arms of Patrick Andrew McEachran Gilligan-Hackett
Blazon
Azure a bendlet bretessed between two horses’ heads erased Argent;
Symbolism
The diagonal figure represents a ship’s mast and sails, and alludes to Mr. Gilligan-Hackett’s descent from Sir Hugh Allan, of the Allan Line shipping firm. The horses’ heads represent the equestrian interests of Mr. Gilligan-Hackett and his life partner Kim Hart.
Crest of Patrick Andrew McEachran Gilligan-Hackett
Blazon
A griffin segreant Azure holding in its dexter claw a sword proper and resting its sinister claw on two chevronels rebated overlapping in fess Argent;
Symbolism
The griffin, expressing vigilance, and the chevron shapes, representing a barrister’s tabs and the “bar” in a courtroom, allude to the occupation of lawyer held by Mr. Gillian-Hackett, his life-partner Kim Hart, and several Hackett relatives. The sword symbolizes the membership of family members in The Black Watch Regiment.
Motto of Patrick Andrew McEachran Gilligan-Hackett
Blazon
IN COR MEUM SPEM;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase, meaning “In my heart, hope,” encapsulates the importance that Kim Hart has played in Mr. Gilligan-Hackett’s life.
