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Robert Rae Underhill
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
April 15, 2025
Vol. VIII, p. 372
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Blazon
Arms
Argent on a chevron Azure between in chief two trefoils Vert and in base a pomme charged with a St. John’s wort flower, a chevronel Or;
Crest
A doe Or wearing a saddle blanket Sable edged Or and lodged on a grassy mount Vert set with wild roses and dogwood flowers Argent;
Motto
VIVE ET AMA;
Symbolism
Arms
The white shield, green trefoils and chevron are found in arms used by other people named Underhill. The blue chevron with the gold stripe alludes to the dress trousers of the uniform of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), indicating Mr. Underhill’s career with this institution. The St. John’s wort flower refers to his long involvement with the Order of St. John, which uses this flower on its Medal of Service.
Crest
The doe on a grassy base is used as a crest by other Underhills. The saddle pad alludes to those used in the RCMP, providing another reference to Mr. Underhill’s career. The wild roses and dogwood flowers are the floral emblems of Alberta and British Columbia respectively, indicating Mr. Underhill’s provinces of birth and residence.
Motto
This Latin phrase means “Live and love.” It is a traditional motto used by Underhills.