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History: Formed in 1922 by the amalgamation of [[17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own), British Army]] and [[21st Lancers (Empress of India's), British Army]] | |||
[[File:17th_Lancers_(Duke_of_Cambridge's_Own),_British_Army.jpg|center|350 px|Coat of arms (crest) of the {{PAGENAME}}]] | [[File:17th_Lancers_(Duke_of_Cambridge's_Own),_British_Army.jpg|center|350 px|Coat of arms (crest) of the {{PAGENAME}}]] | ||
===Official blazon=== | ===Official blazon=== | ||
A pair of crossed bones with a skulle (Death's Head) superimposed theron; resting on the lower portions of the crossed bones a small scroll inscribed "Or Glory". In silver plate. | |||
===Origin/meaning=== | ===Origin/meaning=== | ||
When formed the Regiment took over the badge of the former 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own). It alludes to the Regimental Motto Death or Glory. | |||
[[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence | |||
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Revision as of 15:21, 11 November 2023
17TH-21ST LANCERS, BRITISH ARMY
History: Formed in 1922 by the amalgamation of 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own), British Army and 21st Lancers (Empress of India's), British Army
Official blazon
A pair of crossed bones with a skulle (Death's Head) superimposed theron; resting on the lower portions of the crossed bones a small scroll inscribed "Or Glory". In silver plate.
Origin/meaning
When formed the Regiment took over the badge of the former 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own). It alludes to the Regimental Motto Death or Glory.
Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence
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