Northern Defence District, Estonia
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Country: Estonia  |
| Estonian | Punasel kilbil hõbedane kumerlõikes rist, millel must tõstetud kaheteraline mõõk ning hõbedase äärisega must sõõr hõbedase tähikuga. |
| English | blazon wanted |
Origin/meaning
The Silver Cross on a Red beckground has since the Middles Ages been an Heraldic symbol for Northern Estonia. The Sword symbolises the Defence Forces and Combat Readiness. The Roundel symbolises a round Shield and a Defensive Circle. The Eight-pointed Star symbolises the Northern Star an ancient sign och Hapiness and Protection.
Literature: Eesti Kaitsevägi 100 by Kalev Kosno.
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