No 547 Squadron, Royal Air Force
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NO 547 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Holmesley south in October 1942.
Official blazon
A kingfisher diving proper.
Motto: Celer ad caedendum = Swift to strike.
Origin/meaning
The Kingfisher is known its speed and accuracy in catchingFfish underwater. This Indicates the Anti Submarine Role of the Squadron. The badge was granted in April 1944.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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