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John Patrick Ryan

Toronto, Ontario
Grant of Arms, Flag and Badge
August 18, 1998
Vol. III, p. 266

Arms of John Patrick Ryan

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Blazon

Arms

Gules a bear rampant affronty Or winged and grasping in the forepaws a sword fessewise Argent hilt and pommel Or;

Crest

A demi bear head in trian aspect Or winged Argent cloaked Sable lined Gules grasping in the dexter paw a Maltese cross Argent;

Motto

MALO MORI QUAM FŒDARI. This Latin phrase means "Death rather than dishonour".


Symbolism

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