What is the emblem for the Royal Signals?
“The figure of Mercury holding a Caduceus in the left hand, the right hand aloft poised with the left foot on a globe all silver above the globe a scroll inscribed ‘Certa Cito’ and below on each side six laurel leaves all gold, the whole ensigned with the Crown in gold.
What does the Royal Marines badge mean?
The badge of the Royal Marines is designed to commemorate the history of the Corps. The Lion and Crown denotes a Royal regiment. The “Great Globe itself” surrounded by laurels was chosen by King George IV as a symbol of the Marines’ successes in every quarter of the world.
Are Royal Signals infantry?
1 Signal Regiment (1SR) – Now based in Stafford, but going on overseas missions when required, 1SR provide flexible communications support to the Armoured Infantry (AI) Brigades (tanks) – enabling them to communicate speedily and securely, as and when required.
Why does Royal Marines badge say Gibraltar?
With the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, it has been recalled that the Duke was Commandant of the Royal Marines – and that the Royal Marines have the word ‘Gibraltar’ on their cap badge, to recall their greatest battle honour, the capture of Gibraltar in 1704.
What does the Royal Signals badge look like?
The Royal Signals cap badge is heraldically described as: “The figure of Mercury holding a Caduceus in the left hand, the right hand aloft poised with the left foot on a globe all silver above the globe a scroll inscribed ‘Certa Cito’ and below on each side six laurel leaves all gold, the whole ensigned with the Crown in gold.
What do the Royal Corps of Signals wear?
Royal Signals Tie, Royal Signals Socks, Royal Signals Braces, Royal Signals Watch Strap, Royal Signals Cufflinks, Royal Signals Blazer Badge, Royal Signals Scarf, Royal Signals Beret and many other Royal Signals regimental accessories for the Royal Corps of Signals.
Are there blazer badges for the Royal Navy?
Our regimental Blazer Badges are superior quality padded and are handmade in gold bullion wire and silk. Available for British Army, Merchant Navy, RAF, Royal Marines and Royal Navy. The Life Guards Blazer Badge – Scots Guards Blazer Badge
Where are the Royal Signals currently deployed to?
Soldiers from the Royal Signals delivered communications in the Falklands War, the first Gulf War, Bosnia, Kosovo, Sierra Leone, East Timor and the second Gulf War. They are currently deployed in Cyprus (Army Reserve) and Afghanistan.