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The badge is based on the | The badge is based on the arms of the City of [[Otranto]], where the Squadron was formed. The badge was granted in July 1938. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ |
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NO 224 GENERAL RECONNAISSANCE SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Otranto, Italy in April 1918.
Official blazon
On a grey rock, a tower Or entwined by a serpent drinking from a lamp therein gules.
Motto: Fedele all'amico = Faithful to a friend.
Origin/meaning
The badge is based on the arms of the City of Otranto, where the Squadron was formed. The badge was granted in July 1938.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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