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The Ship with seven oars symbolises the crew of a Lancaster Bomber, and also alludes to Ulysses which like the Aircraft of the Squadron made its voyages in spite of difficulties. The badge was granted in October 1944. | The Ship with seven oars symbolises the crew of a Lancaster Bomber, and also alludes to Ulysses which like the Aircraft of the Squadron made its voyages in spite of difficulties. The badge was granted in October 1944. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ |
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NO 626 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed at Wickenby in November 1943.
Official blazon
On the waves of the sea an ancient ship proper sails furled gules charged on the bow with an eye azure on argent.
Motto: To strive and not to yield.
Origin/meaning
The Ship with seven oars symbolises the crew of a Lancaster Bomber, and also alludes to Ulysses which like the Aircraft of the Squadron made its voyages in spite of difficulties. The badge was granted in October 1944.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/
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