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34 Canadian Brigade Group

Montréal, Quebec
Approval of a Badge
May 1, 1998
Vol. III, p. 407

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Blazon

Badge

Azure upon two Crusader’s swords in saltire Or a fleur-de-lis Argent;

Motto

COMBATTRE VAINCRE OU MOURIR;


Symbolism

Badge

The white fleur-de-lis on the blue background symbolizes the Province of Quebec where the Brigade has its headquarters. The crossed swords refer to the unit’s military role.

Motto

Meaning "Fight, overcome or die".


Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the Letters Patent was made on March 4, 2006, in Volume 140, page 429 of the Canada Gazette.


Artist Information

Creator(s)
Not available

Painter
* Not available / Non disponible

Calligrapher
* Not applicable / Sans objet


Recipient Information

Military Institution
Military