- The Governor General of Canada
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8th Canadian Hussars (Princess Louise's)
Moncton, New Brunswick
Confirmation of the blazon of a Badge
October 4, 2004
Vol. IV, p. 423
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Blazon
Badge
Or the number “VIII” in Roman numerals Argent within a knotted surcingle Azure edged and inscribed CANADIAN HUSSARS - PRINCESS LOUISE’S in letters Or, ensigned by the coronet of the younger child of the Sovereign also Or, the whole set upon a scroll Gules edged and inscribed REGI PATRIAEQUE FIDELIS in letters Or.
Motto
REGI PATRIAEQUE FIDELIS;
Symbolism
Badge
The coronet of Her Royal Highness the Princess Louise represents service to the Crown and the relationship between Her Royal Highness and the regiment. The surcingle represents the cavalry nature of the regiment. The number “VIII” and the words “CANADIAN HUSSARS (PRINCESS LOUISE’S)” are a form of the regimental title and “REGI PATRIAEQUE FIDELIS” is the motto of the regiment.
Motto
Meaning “Faithful to king and country”.
Background
Canada Gazette Information
The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on March 12, 2005, in Volume 139, page 691 of the Canada Gazette.
Artist Information
Creator(s)
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Painter
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Calligrapher
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Recipient Information
Military Institution
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