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===Origin/meaning=== | ===Origin/meaning=== | ||
The Torpedo symbolises the Role of the Ship as a Torpedo Tender. The Addition of the Wings and Snakes makes an allusion to the Rod of Mercury and the name of the Ship. | The Torpedo symbolises the Role of the Ship as a Torpedo Tender. The Addition of the Wings and Snakes makes an allusion to the Rod of Mercury and the name of the Ship. | ||
Mercuur beeing the Dutch name of the Roman God Mercury. The Motto translates as "From Dawn to Dusk". The | Mercuur beeing the Dutch name of the Roman God Mercury. The Motto translates as "From Dawn to Dusk". The badge was approved 4 August 1967. | ||
The | The badge as used by three Mercuur all Torpedo Tenders. 1st in service 1935-1972, 2nd in service 1973-1987 and 3rd in service since 1987. | ||
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