HMS MANTIS, ROYAL NAVY
English | Green; a praying mantis displayed gold. Motto: Laborare est orare |
Origin/meaning
Of the Insect Order Mantodea, notably for their hunting abilities. The Motto translates as "Tow work is to pray". The badge was approved in 1928.
Literature: Image from Pinterest. Information from Admiralty Badges Encyclopaedia by T.P. Stopford.
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