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The Motto translates as "Of great savagery". The Badge was Approved in 1942. | In Greek mythology , a six-headed monster of the Strait of Messina who was ringed by Dogs. The Motto translates as "Of great savagery". The Badge was Approved in 1942. | ||
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HMS SCYLLA, ROYAL NAVY
| English | Blue; a representation of Scylla crined finned and tailed gold. Motto: Clara saevitia |
Origin/meaning
In Greek mythology , a six-headed monster of the Strait of Messina who was ringed by Dogs. The Motto translates as "Of great savagery". The Badge was Approved in 1942.
Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Admiralty Badges Encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford.
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 Civic heraldry of the United Kingdom |
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