No 547 Squadron, Royal Air Force
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History: Formed at Holmesley south in October 1942.
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Country:United Kingdom  |
| English | A kingfisher diving proper. Motto: Celer ad caedendum |
Origin/meaning
The Kingfisher is known its speed and accuracy in catchingFfish underwater. This Indicates the Anti Submarine Role of the Squadron. The Motto translates as "Swift to strike". The badge was granted in April 1944.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/. Information from Knights of the Sky Badges and Markings of the Royal Air Force Part 5: Numbered Flying Squadrons by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons.
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