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The Pillars alludes to the support given to Bomber Command, symbolised by the Thunderbolt. The badge was granted in August 1966. | The Pillars alludes to the support given to Bomber Command, symbolised by the Thunderbolt. The badge was granted in August 1966. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons. | [[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons. |
Revision as of 08:57, 6 April 2023
RAF STATION HIGH WYCOMBE, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed on April 1, 1953.
Official blazon
A thunderbolt gules (carged Or winged azure) supported by two light grey pillars.
Motto: Non sibi = Not for ourselves.
Origin/meaning
The Pillars alludes to the support given to Bomber Command, symbolised by the Thunderbolt. The badge was granted in August 1966.
Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons.
Heraldry of the World |
British heraldry portal Civic heraldry of the United Kingdom |
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