RAF Station Hemswell, Royal Air Force

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RAF STATION HEMSWELL, ROYAL AIR FORCE

History: Bulit in September 1918 and until December 29, 1936 known as Harpswell.

Coat of arms (crest) of the RAF Station Hemswell, Royal Air Force

Official blazon

An ermine proper salient.
Motto: Bold and tenancious.

Origin/meaning

The Ermine is indicative that the Station is located near the Ermine Street. The Ermine is also a tenancious animal choosing often to fight to the death rather than abandon its attack. The badge was granted in October 1958.

Literature: Image from https://www.ebay.com/. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons.

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