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The Dark Cloak symbolise the secrecy involved in the role of supplyingthe French Resistance. The Double-Headed Eagle is from the arms of the City of Arnhem, and symbolises the role over that City. The Motto translates as "Through darkness". The | The Dark Cloak symbolise the secrecy involved in the role of supplyingthe French Resistance. The Double-Headed Eagle is from the arms of the City of Arnhem, and symbolises the role over that City. The Motto translates as "Through darkness". The badge was granted in February 1945. | ||
[[Literature]]: Images from https://www.iwm.org.uk/. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 5 Numbered Flying Squadron by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons. | [[Literature]]: Images from https://www.iwm.org.uk/. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 5 Numbered Flying Squadron by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons. | ||
Revision as of 12:57, 26 December 2024
History: Formed at Sullom Voe in March 1943.
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Country:United Kingdom  |
| English | A cloak sable charged with a double headed eagle displayed argent. Motto: Ex tennebris. |
Origin/meaning
The Dark Cloak symbolise the secrecy involved in the role of supplyingthe French Resistance. The Double-Headed Eagle is from the arms of the City of Arnhem, and symbolises the role over that City. The Motto translates as "Through darkness". The badge was granted in February 1945.
Literature: Images from https://www.iwm.org.uk/. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 5 Numbered Flying Squadron by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons.
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