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Darrel Elbert Kennedy

Guelph, Ontario
Grant of a Flag and Badge
January 31, 1995
Vol. II, p. 398

Badge of Darrel Elbert Kennedy

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Blazon

Badge

A gavel and scroll in saltire Sable surmounted of a Griffin's head erased Or gorged with a Loyalist military coronet Gules;


Symbolism

Badge

The scroll represents Mr. Kennedy’s interest in records, and the griffin, a traditional guardian of treasure, represents the importance he places on safekeeping such records. The gavel reflects Mr. Kennedy’s interest in chairing meetings. The Loyalist coronet refers to Mr. Kennedy’s descent from United Empire Loyalist ancestors.