The Globe and Laurel (Easter 2024 Assessments) Flashcards
1
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Describe the backstory of “The Lion and the Crown” [1]
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- Represents King George III awarding the title of “Royal” to the commandos. [1]
2
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Describe the backstory of “Gibraltar” [1]
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- Commemorates the capture and defence of the rock in 1704. [1]
3
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Describe the backstory of “The Laurels” [1]
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- Granted for courage during the capture of Belle Isle in 1761 [1]
4
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Describe the backstory of “The Globe” [1]
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- Granted by King George IV in 1827 to replace the 109 battle honours. [1]
5
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Describe what “Per Mare Per Terram” means. [1]
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- Used firstly at Bunker Hill in 1775, means “By Sea, By Land” [1]
6
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Describe the backstory of the “Fouled Anchor.” [1]
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- Badge of the Lord High Admiral, won in 1747. [1]