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The Maltese Cross symbolises association with Malta. The Laurel Wreath indicates the over 200 enemy aircraft destroyed by the Squadron while stationed at Malta. The badge was granted in April 1944. | The Maltese Cross symbolises association with Malta. The Laurel Wreath indicates the over 200 enemy aircraft destroyed by the Squadron while stationed at Malta. The badge was granted in April 1944. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ Information from B.R. Holliss and R. Symonds Knights of the Sky Part Five Numbered Flying Squadrons | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ Information from B.R. Holliss and R. Symonds Knights of the Sky Part Five Numbered Flying Squadrons |
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