HMS Norfolk, Royal Navy

HMS NORFOLK, ROYAL NAVY

Official blazon

English

Red; under the prince of Wales' cononet gold a motto scroll inscribed ICH DIEN black transfixed by a feather in pale all white. Motto: Serivens servo

Origin/meaning

The Armorial Colour of John 3rd Baron, Duke of Norfolk, behind the Arms of King Edward III of England. The Motto translates as "Serving, I preserve". The Badge was approved in 1927.

Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Admiralty Badges Encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford.

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