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===Origin/meaning=== | ===Origin/meaning=== | ||
Based on the Crest of the Duke of Wellington (also called the Iron Duke). The Change in the 1920ies is in deference of the Duke of Wellington's Regiment, who claimed that the earlier design was close to their Cap Badge. | Based on the Crest of the Duke of Wellington (also called the Iron Duke). The Change in the 1920ies is in deference of the Duke of Wellington's Regiment, who claimed that the earlier design was close to their Cap Badge. The Motto transalte s "Fortune is the companion of valour". | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence | [[Literature]]: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Admirality Badges encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford. | ||
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