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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
March 1, 1998
Vol. III, p. 400
Badge of Land Force CommandBlazonUpon two Crusader’s swords in saltire Argent hilts and pommels Or a maple leaf Gules; SymbolismThe Crusader’s swords symbolize the military heritage of Land Force Command, while the maple leaf represents loyalty to Canada. |
MottoBlazonVIGILAMUS PRO TE; SymbolismMeaning "We stand on guard for thee", a line from the National Anthem. |
BackgroundCanada Gazette InformationThe announcement of the letters patent was made on March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 429 of the Canada Gazette.  |
Additional InformationCreator(s)Not available PainterNot available CalligrapherNot available Recipient TypeMilitary Institution Other InformationThe recipient's emblems were subsequently recorded in the name of the Canadian Army in the Public Register of Arms, Flags and Badges of Canada, Volume VI, page 77, 15 November 2011. |