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Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue

Lazo, British Columbia
Approval of a Badge
January 1, 1998
Vol. III, p. 396

Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue
Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue

Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue

Blazon

Argent between two sprigs of laurel conjoined in base Vert an open parachute emblazoned with the National Flag the central line entwined of a serpent Or;

Symbolism

The wreath of laurel represents the heroism required of those engaged in search and rescue operations, while the parachute decorated with the Canadian flag depicts one of the means used by Canadian Forces personnel to effect rescues. A serpent entwines the parachute line, recalling the Rod of Aesculapius, the international symbol of medicine.

Motto of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue

Blazon

THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE;

Symbolism

Not applicable

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 429 of the Canada Gazette.
Letters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue Letters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue

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