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The Queen's York Rangers (1st American Regiment) (RCAC)
Toronto, Ontario
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
October 4, 2004
Vol. IV, p. 434
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Blazon
Badge
On an escutcheon Argent the inscription QUEEN’S RANGERS 1ST AMER.NS Argent fimbriated Sable, the shield ensigned by the Royal Crown and within a wreath of roses, thistles and shamrocks proper.
Motto
PRISTINAE VIRTUTIS MEMORES;
Symbolism
Badge
The Crown represents service to the Sovereign. The shield and the words “QUEEN’S RANGERS 1ST AMERNS.” are in memory of the Loyalist military unit formed during the American Revolutionary War. The roses, thistles and shamrocks represent the English, Scottish and Irish composition of the Queen’s Rangers.
Motto
Meaning “Mindful of our ancient valour”.