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Flashcards in BADGE AND LAUREL Deck (7)
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1
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Name all components of the cap badge.

A
  • The Lion and Crown
  • Laurel Wreath
  • The Globe
  • The Fouled Anchor
  • The Motto
  • Gibralter (Battle Honour)
2
Q

Laurel Wreath

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Rewarded for performance at Belleisle (1761)

3
Q

Lion and Crown

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Shows its a ‘Royal’ regiment

Was recommended to King George III for their service.

Granted by the Royal Command in 29th April 1802.

4
Q

The Globe

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Shows that the corp serves and has served in all 4 corners of the globe.

Rewards by the Duke of Clarence in 1827.

5
Q

Fouled Anchor

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Shows they are apart of the Royal Navy

Was incorporated in 1747

6
Q

Motto

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“Per Mare, Per Terram” - Latin

“By Sea, By Land” - English

7
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“Gibraltar”

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Only battle honour to be displayed on the Cap Badge