No 659 Squadron, Royal Air Force
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NO 659 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Firbeck in April 1943.
Official blazon
A hawk volant affrontee the head to the dexter proper holding in its claws a shell sable.
Motto: Quovis per ardua = Everywhere through difficulties.
Origin/meaning
The badge symbolises the the Role of the Squadron in directing Artillery Fire to the Target. The badge was granted in March 1946.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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