No 421 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force
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NO 421 SQUADRON, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE
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English | In front of two tomahawks in saltire, a red Indian warrior's head with head-dress. Motto: Bellicum cecinere. |
Origin/meaning
The Canadian red indian is well known for his courege and fighting qualities. With the tomahawks, his traditional weapon, he makes an approriate device for a Fighter Squadron. The Motto translates as "They have sounded the war trumpet".
Literature: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/. Information from Badges of the Canadian Forces / Insignes des Forces Canadiennes.
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