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History: Raised at St Omer, France in February 1915. | History: Raised at St Omer, France in February 1915. | ||
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The Keys represent the army co-operation role of unlocking the secrets of the enemy. The Black and Gold Colours symbolise night and day activity. The badge was granted on November 1936. | The Keys represent the army co-operation role of unlocking the secrets of the enemy. The Black and Gold Colours symbolise night and day activity. The badge was granted on November 1936. | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:10, 6 November 2023
NO 16 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Raised at St Omer, France in February 1915.
(Queen Elizabeth II Version) |
(King Charles III Version) |
Official blazon
Two keys in saltire the wards upwards and outwards - that in bend Or and htat in bend sinister sable.
Motto: Operta aperta = Hidden things are revealed.
Origin/meaning
The Keys represent the army co-operation role of unlocking the secrets of the enemy. The Black and Gold Colours symbolise night and day activity. The badge was granted on November 1936.
Literature: Images from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence
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