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The Role of the Squadron was Meteorological Reconnaissance and Air/Sea Rescue. The Weathercock symbolises the first and the Motto alludes to the later. The badge was granted in February 1945. | The Role of the Squadron was Meteorological Reconnaissance and Air/Sea Rescue. The Weathercock symbolises the first and the Motto alludes to the later. The badge was granted in February 1945. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ | ||
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NO 251 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Hornsea in August 1918 and reformed at Reykjavik, Iceland in August 1944.
Official blazon
A weathercock Or wattled gules the spire upon which it stands sable the indicating arms argent.
Motto: However the winds blows.
Origin/meaning
The Role of the Squadron was Meteorological Reconnaissance and Air/Sea Rescue. The Weathercock symbolises the first and the Motto alludes to the later. The badge was granted in February 1945.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/