- The Governor General of Canada
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412 Transport Squadron
Ottawa, Ontario
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
March 15, 2011
Vol. VI, p. 35
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Blazon
Badge
Argent a falcon stooping proper;
Motto
PROMPTUS AD VINDICTAM;
Symbolism
Badge
The falcon is indigenous to Canada. Known for its skill and aggressiveness in dealing with enemies, it has long been used for hunting.
Motto
This Latin phrase means “ Swift to take revenge”.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on November 12, 2011, in Volume 145, page 3517 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
Not available
Painter
Debra MacGarvie
Calligrapher
Shirley Mangione
Recipient Information
Military Institution
Military