HMS Norfolk, Royal Navy

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HMS NORFOLK, ROYAL NAVY

Coat of arms (crest) of the HMS Norfolk, Royal Navy
Official blazon
English Red; under the prince of Wales' cononet gold a motto scroll inscribed ICH DIEN black transfixed by a feather in pale all white.

Motto: Serivens servo

Origin/meaning

The Armorial Colour of John 3rd Baron, Duke of Norfolk, behind the arms of King Edward III of England. The Motto translates as "Serving, I preserve". The badge was approved in 1927.


Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Admiralty Badges Encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford.

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