No 12 Squadron, Royal Air Force

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NO 12 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE

History: Raised at Netheravon on 4 February 1915.


Coat of arms (crest) of No 12 Squadron, Royal Air Force

(Queen Elizabeth II Version)
Coat of arms (crest) of No 12 Squadron, Royal Air Force

(King Charles III Version)

Official blazon

A fox's mask proper.
Motto: Leads the field.


Origin/meaning

The Fox's mask symbolise the Fairey Fox Aircraft for which the Squadron etablished a good reputation. The badge was granted by King George VI in February 1937.


Literature: Images from Defence Brand Portal, Ministry of Defence