BADGE AND LAUREL Flashcards
1
Q
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
A
Rewarded for performance at Belleisle (1761)
3
Q
Lion and Crown
A
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
A
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
A
Shows they are apart of the Royal Navy
Was incorporated in 1747
6
Q
Motto
A
“Per Mare, Per Terram” - Latin
“By Sea, By Land” - English
7
Q
“Gibraltar”
A
Only battle honour to be displayed on the Cap Badge
