No 489 Squadron, RNZAF
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NO 489 SQUADRON, RNZAF
History: The Squadron was formed at RAF Station Leuchars, Scotland in August 1941.
Official blazon
Standing on a torpedo, a kiwi
Motto: Whakatangata kia kaha = Quit ye like men be strong.
Origin/meaning
Chosen by the Squadron by reason of the fact that the kiwi is symbolic of New Zealand and the torpedo indicates the Squadron's function. The badge was approved in February 1943.
Literature: Image and Information from Photobucket.com
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