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HMCS Corner Brook

Halifax, Nova Scotia
Approval of a Badge
March 1, 2000
Vol. IV, p. 23

Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook
Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook

Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook

Blazon

Sable between three bends and three bends reversed wavy a pile Or overlaid of another Sable charged with a representation of a viking warriors's helmet Or;

Symbolism

The badge incorporates a "V" in reference to the Victoria class of submarines. The golden waves flowing on either side are a reference to the Corner Brook River. The black field represents the depths at which the vessel operates, while the viking helmet recalls the importance of the discovery of Newfoundland by these famous seafaring warriors.

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on November 3, 2001 in Volume 135, page 4056 of the Canada Gazette.
Approval of the Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook Approval of the Badge of H.M.C.S. Corner Brook

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