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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]]


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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]]
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===Official blazon===
===Origin/meaning===
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.
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.


===Origin/meaning===
[[Literature]]:Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence.
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.
 
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[[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence
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Latest revision as of 09:51, 23 September 2024

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

Coat of arms (crest) of 17th-21st Lancers, British Army
17TH-21ST LANCERS, BRITISH ARMY

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Official blazon
English 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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