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Roman John Ciecwierz

Kitchener, Ontario
Grant of Arms and Flag, with differences to Tamara Jessica Ciecwierz
January 15, 2007
Vol. V, p. 101

Arms of Roman John Ciecwierz

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Blazon

Arms

Azure on a chevron between in chief two eagles displayed respectant and in base a Maltese cross Argent three spur-rowels Azure;

Crest

A unicorn rampant Argent maned and tufted Or armed and holding a spur-rowel Azure;

Motto

DUC DUM SEQUUNTUR ALII;


Symbolism

Arms

The colour blue represents the qualities of truth and loyalty, as well as the sky and water, related to the activities of flying and scuba-diving. To Mr. Ciecwierz the chevron symbolizes faithful service, while the spur-rowells represent him, his wife and his daughter. The eagles allude to the Polish ancestry of his parents. The Maltese cross represents commitment to the work, ideals and service of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem and other charitable organizations.

Crest

The unicorn represents courage and perseverance, and holds an element from the arms to distinguish it.

Motto

Meaning “Lead where others follow”.