No 6 Squadron, Royal Air Force

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History: The Squadron was raised at Farnborough in January 1914.

Coat of arms (crest) of No 6 Squadron, Royal Air Force

(Queen Elizabeth II Version)
Coat of arms (crest) of No 6 Squadron, Royal Air Force

(King Charles III Version)
NO 6 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE

Country:United Kingdom
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Official blazon
English An Eagle, wings elevated, preying on a serpent.

Motto: Oculi exercitus = Eyes of the Army.

Origin/meaning

The badge is based on the unofficial Badge showing an Eagle within the Number 6. The badge was granted by King George VI in January 1938.

Literature: Images from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 5 Numbered Flying Squadron by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons.


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