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LONDON FIRE AND CIVIL DEFENCE AUTHORITY (1986-2000)

Official blazon

Official blazon

English

Arms : Barry wavy of six Argent and Azure on a chief Gules three Saxon Crowns Or

Origin/meaning

The arms were officially granted on December 7, 1991.

The three crowns represent the three elements; Brigade, Civil Defence and the Authority. They are also a reminder of the transient history of the Brigade, the greater London Council.

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