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Latest revision as of 12:10, 12 November 2023
NO 165 (CEYLON) SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History:Formed at Ayr in April 1942.
Official blazon
A double-headed dragon affronte the necks crossed Or spouting fire gules.
Motto: Infensa virtuti invidia = Envy is the foe of honour
Origin/meaning
The badge is symbolic of the readiness of the Squadron to attack from any quarter. The badge was granted in January 1943.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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