No 220 Squadron, Royal Air Force
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History: Formed at Imbros, Grecce in September 1918.
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Country:United Kingdom  |
| English | On a pellet, between two eight pointed stars Or a torch Or enflammed. Motto: We observe unseen. |
Origin/meaning
The Island of Imbros is associated with the Mythological Guardians of Mariners, one of their Symbols was a Torch. The Stars allude to Castor and Pollux, which some associate with the Island. The badge was approved in August 1940.
Literature: Images from picclick.com. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 5 Numbered Flying Squadron by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons.
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