HMS Hermes, Royal Navy

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HMS HERMES, ROYAL NAVY

Coat of arms (crest) of the HMS Hermes, Royal Navy
Official blazon
English Blue; the head of Hermes (Mercury) with winged helmet all gold.

Motto: Altiora peto

Origin/meaning

In Greek Mythology Hermes was the Messenger of the Gods. The Motto translates as "I seek higher things" and refers to the Carrier's Aircraft. The badge wasd approved on 20 February 1923.


Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Admirality Badges Encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford.

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