No 156 Squadron, Royal Air Force

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NO 156 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE

History: Formed at Alconbury in February 1942.

Coat of arms (crest) of the No 156 Squadron, Royal Air Force

Official blazon

A figure of Mercury Or holding a torch enflamed.
Motto: We light the way

Origin/meaning

The badge symbolises the Pathfinder Role of the Squadron. The badge was granted in July 1943.

Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/

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