Badge of H.M.C.S. Athabaskan
Badge of H.M.C.S. Athabaskan
Blazon
Argent a First Nations warrior mounted on an Appaloosa pony passant and holding a drawn bow and arrow point downwards proper;
Symbolism
The badge design was created by officers of the first Athabaskan, and has been kept to honour the entire crew after their ship was lost to enemy action. The badge commemorates their sacrifice and expresses the ideal of courage and devotion to duty.
Motto of H.M.C.S. Athabaskan
Blazon
WE FIGHT AS ONE;
Symbolism
Not applicable
