University of London Air Squadron, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve

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UNIVERSITY OF LONDON AIR SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE VOLUNTEER RESERVE

History: Formed in September 1935.

Official blazon

In front of an open book brown/Or/argent a terrestial globe gules.
Motto: Learn by degrees.

Origin/meaning

The Book alludes to the University and the globe is indicative of the worldwide operations of the RAF which the Squadron's Students prepare to join. The badge was granted in December 1950.

Literature: Image from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons.