The Globe and Laurel (Easter 2024 Assessments)

Question 1

Describe the backstory of “The Lion and the Crown” [1]

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Answer 1

• Represents King George III awarding the title of “Royal” to the commandos. [1]

Question 2

Describe the backstory of “Gibraltar” [1]

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Answer 2

• Commemorates the capture and defence of the rock in 1704. [1]

Question 3

Describe the backstory of “The Laurels” [1]

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Answer 3

• Granted for courage during the capture of Belle Isle in 1761 [1]

Question 4

Describe the backstory of “The Globe” [1]

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Answer 4

• Granted by King George IV in 1827 to replace the 109 battle honours. [1]

Question 5

Describe what “Per Mare Per Terram” means. [1]

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Answer 5

• Used firstly at Bunker Hill in 1775, means “By Sea, By Land” [1]

Question 6

Describe the backstory of the “Fouled Anchor.” [1]

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Answer 6

• Badge of the Lord High Admiral, won in 1747. [1]