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The Squadron was supplied with Aircraft by the Indian State of Hyderabad and His Exhalted Highness The Nizam of Hyderabad suggested this badge because of this connection. The badge was granted in February 1942. | The Squadron was supplied with Aircraft by the Indian State of Hyderabad and His Exhalted Highness The Nizam of Hyderabad suggested this badge because of this connection. The badge was granted in February 1942. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ |
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NO 253 (HYDERABAD STATE) SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Bembridge in August 1918.
Official blazon
The back of a dexter arms proper embowed fesswise in mogul armour Or the hand holding an Indian battle axe in bend Or.
Motto: Come one come all.
Origin/meaning
The Squadron was supplied with Aircraft by the Indian State of Hyderabad and His Exhalted Highness The Nizam of Hyderabad suggested this badge because of this connection. The badge was granted in February 1942.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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