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Or a dove rising proper in its beak argent an olive branch proper; in base, the year "1960" written in Sable | Or a dove rising proper in its beak argent an olive branch proper; in base, the year "1960" written in Sable | ||
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The arms show a pigeon and an olive branch, both symbols of peace. The year 1960 is the year of independence from Great Britain. | The arms show a pigeon and an olive branch, both symbols of peace. The year 1960 is the year of independence from Great Britain. | ||